Here you’ll find 6 Stars with proper names that start with Z, organized from “Zaniah” to “Zubeneschamali”. These stars are mostly traditional names linked to bright stars and familiar constellations. Use this list for identification, education, or planning observing sessions.
Stars with proper names that start with Z are stars known by traditional or IAU-approved names beginning with the letter Z. Several come from Arabic star names, such as “Zaniah” in Virgo.
Below you’ll find the table with these columns: Proper name; Other designation; Constellation; Apparent V magnitude; Distance (ly); Notes.
Proper name: The commonly used traditional or IAU-approved name for the star, so you can identify it quickly.
Other designation: Common catalog identifiers let you cross-reference scientific catalogs and find detailed data about the star.
Constellation: The full constellation name and IAU abbreviation show where the star appears in the sky and aids navigation.
Apparent V magnitude: Visual brightness on the V band, to two decimals, helps you gauge observing difficulty.
Distance (ly): The star’s distance in light years to one decimal, so you understand its relative proximity.
Notes: Short remarks flag IAU approval, historical names, or other points useful for identification.
Stars with proper names that start with Z
| Proper name | IAU-approved | Constellation (full name + IAU abbr.) | Distance (ly) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zaniah | Yes | Virgo (Vir) | 298.0 |
| Zavijava | Yes | Virgo (Vir) | 35.7 |
| Zosma | Yes | Leo (Leo) | 58.4 |
| Zaurak | Yes | Eridanus (Eri) | 257.0 |
| Zubenelgenubi | Yes | Libra (Lib) | 77.9 |
| Zubeneschamali | Yes | Libra (Lib) | 167.0 |