Jupiter - Name Meaning and Origin

The boy's name Jupiter \j(u)-pi-ter\ is of Latin origin, and its meaning is "the supreme god". Roman mythology: the sky god equivalent to the Greek god Zeus. Lightning bolts were thought to be messages from Jupiter to mortals on earth.

Jupiter has 1 variant form: Juppiter.

For more information, see also the related name Jovan.

Jupiter is a very rare male first name and a popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Jupiter. Click here to compare Jupiter with related baby names.