Name a Star

Gaze at the night sky and watch the millions of constellations swirl above you. Every day there are new star clusters discovered, many with orbiting planets. Scientists believe the Universe itself is endless with an infinite number of stars contained within it. Too many, in fact, to name. And that's where this Name a Star gift pack comes in!

You can choose an unnamed star, one with only a catalogue number, and give it any name you like. Name a star after yourself or after someone else as a gift for a loved one. When you name a star it is registered at the British Library and is yours forever and you receive an ornate certificate of registration.

Okay, that's the official line, but here's a few more facts about the reality when you name a star. Our name a star gift box is more a romantic gesture that ownership of part of the cosmos.

The International Astronomical Union is the only official body that has authority when it comes to giving a star a name, and these are recognized and used by scientists, space agencies, and authorities world wide, so if you decide to purchase this name a star gift pack no countries, authorities, or scientists in the world will recognize "your" name for a star.

The reality is though, that the night sky is a beautiful sight, and the very act of encouraging the recipient of your gift to go out and stare at its wonders is a great gift in itself.