What does Pluto mean?
Pluto means “Wealthy or rich”. It is a boy name of Greek origin.
Origin, gender and faith
- Origin: Greek – see more Greek names.
- Gender: Boy – browse boy names.
- Popularity: ranked #2671 in BabyNameMeaningz data.
Sound, spelling and pronunciation
Pluto has 5 letters and 2 syllables, made of 2 vowels and 3 consonants (5 different letters). Its sound is best described as: open, flowing ending.
Press Listen at the top of the page to hear the name spoken aloud, which helps when you are comparing how a name sounds next to a surname or a sibling’s name.
How the lucky number, colour and star sign are worked out
These three facts are calculated from the spelling of Pluto with simple, fixed rules. They are for fun and are not a prediction or a real horoscope.
Lucky number
3Each letter gets its place in the alphabet (A=1 … Z=26): P=16 + L=12 + U=21 + T=20 + O=15 = 84. Then the digits are added until one digit is left: 8 + 4 = 12. Then the digits are added until one digit is left: 1 + 2 = 3. Result: 3.
Favorite colour
YellowThe lucky number picks the colour from a fixed table. Pluto has lucky number 3, so the colour is Yellow.
Star sign
CancerOnly the first letter counts (P). The twelve signs repeat along the alphabet: A = Aries, B = Taurus … L = Pisces, then M = Aries again. It is not based on a birth date.
Nickname ideas for Pluto
Short and affectionate forms built from the spelling of Pluto. They are ideas, not traditional or cultural nicknames, so pick the ones that feel natural to say.
Couple names that go with Pluto
Partner names that match Pluto by origin, faith, length and sound (Girl names). The percentage is a style match, and the blend is a fun combined name.
How is the match % worked out?
Start at 60. Same origin +9, same faith +6, similar length up to +8, different first letter +5, same last two letters +3 (maximum 99). Blend = first half of one name + second half of the other.
Blend ideas: Pluto + Irene = Plune · Pluto + Nikki = Pluki · Pluto + Lexie = Pluie · Pluto + Brizo = Pluzo
Sibling names for Pluto
Names that sit well next to Pluto: similar origin and style, with a close length, sound or ending.
How are siblings chosen?
Start at 45. Same origin +10, same faith +8, same first letter +8, same last two letters +8, close length up to +10, close syllables up to +8, very similar spelling +6. Brothers and sisters are ranked separately.
Brother names
Sister names
Twin name ideas for Pluto
If Pluto is one twin’s name, these pair with it in different ways. Each percentage shows how well the pair fits that style.
How are twin names scored?
Same scoring as couples, plus a style bonus: Same first letter +18 (else −8), Same ending +18 (else −6), Balanced +5 for a different first letter and +3 for the same ending.
Same first letter
Same ending
Balanced match
Names with a similar meaning
Names whose meaning shares a key idea with Pluto (wealthy, rich).
How are similar meanings found?
We take the first two meaningful words of the meaning (4+ letters, common words removed) and list names whose meaning contains the same word.
Frequently asked questions
What does Pluto mean?
Pluto means “Wealthy or rich” and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Pluto?
In our collection Pluto is listed as a name of Greek origin.
Is Pluto a boy or a girl name?
Pluto is listed as a boy name.
What is the lucky number for Pluto?
By name numerology (A=1 … Z=26) the lucky number for Pluto is 3, with the star sign Cancer. This is for entertainment only.
How do you pronounce Pluto?
Pluto has 2 syllables. Use the listen button on this page to hear it spoken aloud.
What are some nicknames for Pluto?
Spelling-based nickname ideas for Pluto include Pl, Plu, Plut, Uto, Pluy, Pluie.
Which names have a similar meaning to Pluto?
Names with a related meaning include Yasir, Qaroon, Dara, Raees, Jeisy, Dhanasri.