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Vela

Gender  MaleFemale
Type  Single Name
Species  DogCat

Meaning

Sails; vigilant, watchful.

Related Names

Velaria, Velma.

Famous Usage

The name of a Southern Hemisphere constellation in the Milky Way.

Screen Details

Vela is a constellation in space, representing the sails of the ship Argo Navis. Featured in the video game 'Jet Force Gemini' where Vela is one of the main playable characters. Also appears in the anime series 'Sailor Moon' where Sailor Star Maker's civilian name is Kou Taiki Vela.

Personality Plus

Elegant, graceful, and adventurous - perfect for a pet with a mysterious and celestial charm. Suits pets who are natural explorers and have a flowing, elegant movement.

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