Sirius, sometimes called the Dog Star, is the brightest star visible from anywhere on Earth, roughly twice as bright as any other star in the night sky. Located in the constellation Canis Major about 8.6 light years away, Sirius is actually a binary system made up of a large, brilliant main star and a faint white dwarf companion nicknamed the Pup.
Ancient civilizations built entire calendars around Sirius. The Egyptians used its yearly reappearance in the sky to predict the flooding of the Nile, and many cultures viewed it as a symbol of brilliance, loyalty, and devotion. For couples looking for a star name that reflects a relationship that outshines every other, Sirius is a natural choice: it is, quite literally, impossible to miss.
Because Sirius is so easy to find with the naked eye, it is one of the most popular stars in our registry for couples who want to be able to point out their star to friends and family without needing a telescope.