This list includes 4 Stars with proper names that start with G, from “Gacrux” to “Graffias”. Several are bright, easy-to-find stars used in navigation, teaching, and amateur observing.
[Stars with proper names that start with G] are stars given traditional or modern proper names beginning with the letter “G”. Many of these names trace back to Arabic or Latin star lore and mark notable celestial landmarks.
Below you’ll find the table with Proper name, Bayer/Flamsteed, Constellation (name & IAU), Apparent V magnitude, and Distance (ly).
Proper name: This shows the IAU-approved or traditional proper name so you can identify the star quickly.
Bayer/Flamsteed: Provides the common catalog designation so you can cross-reference charts and telescope databases.
Constellation (name & IAU): Lists the constellation name and its standard abbreviation so you know the star’s sky region.
Apparent V magnitude: Gives the star’s visual brightness to two decimals so you can judge naked-eye visibility.
Distance (ly): Shows distance in light years rounded to one decimal to help estimate how far away the star lies.
Stars with proper names that start with G
| Name | Proper name status | Constellation | Distance (ly) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gacrux | IAU-approved | Crux (Cru) | 88.6 |
| Gomeisa | IAU-approved | Canis Minor (CMi) | 163.0 |
| Gienah | traditional (non-IAU) | Corvus (Crv) | unknown |
| Graffias | traditional (non-IAU) | Scorpius (Sco) | unknown |