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Matza is a modern star name adopted by the International Astronomical Union in the IAU-Catalog of Star Names (IAU-CSN). Its origin is Zoque. It is the name of HIP 65426 (HD 116434) in constellation [[Centaurus]]. | Matza is a modern star name adopted by the International Astronomical Union in the IAU-Catalog of Star Names (IAU-CSN). Its origin is Zoque. It is the name of HIP 65426 (HD 116434) in constellation [[Centaurus]]. | ||
Latest revision as of 10:02, 22 January 2026
Authors: IAU-WGSN Etymology Group, Susanne M Hoffmann
Matza is a modern star name adopted by the International Astronomical Union in the IAU-Catalog of Star Names (IAU-CSN). Its origin is Zoque. It is the name of HIP 65426 (HD 116434) in constellation Centaurus.
Etymology and History
Matza refers to “a star in the sky” or “somebody that shines within” in the language of the Zoque people.
Mythology
IAU Working Group on Star Names
The name was adopted by the IAU WGSN on 2023/08/01.
Weblinks
- Website of the IAU WGSN: https://exopla.net/
Reference
- References (general)
- NEWC Mexico: Words in the language of the Zoque Indigenous people of Mexico relating to cosmological vision, harmony, conflict, balance, and life.






