GuidesHow to Name a Star After Someone: An Honest Guide
How naming a star works, in plain words. What you get, what it means, and what it does not.
Which Star Gift Set Should I Choose?
Every set side by side, so you can pick in a minute.
Short answer: If you want one simple answer: the Signature Set (£39.99) is a framed certificate in a gift box and suits most people. Go lighter with the Folio sets from £19.99, add a wall map with the Signature & Star Map, or something to keep close with the keyring or silver pendant sets.
Every set compared
| Set | What's inside | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gift Folio | Certificate, letter, sky map, in a protective luxury sleeve | £19.99 | Posting, small add-on |
| Gift Folio, framed | Adds a wooden frame | £31.99 | Friends, condolence |
| Signature Set | Framed certificate, gift box, space info pack | £39.99 | Most occasions |
| Signature & Star Map | Adds an A4 map of the star among its neighbours | £64.99 | Nursery, couple's home |
| Signature & Keepsake | Framed certificate in a black gift box, plus an engraved keychain | £49.99 | Something to carry |
| Ultimate Set | Everything in Signature & Keepsake, plus a silver star-map necklace and framed A4 star map | £164.99 | Something to wear |
Which set for which occasion?
- Birthday: Signature Set. Add a keyring for a big one.
- Memorial: Signature Set or the pendant. Ideas here.
- New baby: Signature & Star Map for the nursery. Ideas here.
- Anniversary: twin stars on any set, or the pendant. Ideas here.
- Someone far away: Gift Folio posts easily anywhere in the UK. Long-distance ideas.
- Christmas: depends on budget. Christmas guide.
What's the same in every set?
A real catalogued star, your name for it recorded once in our register, a certificate with your date and message, and a star page on Find My Star. It's a symbolic gift, not an official name. Here's the honest detail.
Folio or Signature?
Folio sets are lighter and come in a protective luxury sleeve. Signature sets come framed in a gift box. If it's the main present, go Signature. If it's posted or a small extra, Folio is fine.
Still not sure?
Try the gift finder, or see how it works.
Before you choose, read whether naming a star is real and the star gift FAQ on delivery and certificates.
Questions people ask
Can I add extras?
Yes. Add-ons like an extra certificate or gift wrap show on each set's page.
Can I name two stars?
Yes, with the twin stars option.
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Name a star for someone you love.
A real star, recorded in our register, with a certificate to keep.
Choose their gift set