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AEgir is an IAU name for an exoplanet. Its host star is Ran in the constellation of Eridanus. Suggested by the country of USA, it follows the name theme NEWC 2015
Etymology and History
AEgir is Ran's husband, the personified god of the ocean. “AEgir” and “Ran” both represent the “Jotuns” who reign in the outer Universe; together they had nine daughters. (Note 3)
Mythology
IAU Working Group on Star Names
The name was adopted by the IAU WGSN in the 20xx NameExoWorlds Campaign (NEWC).
Weblinks
- Website of the IAU WGSN: https://exopla.net/
