How to Name a Star After Someone as a Gift (or Buy One For Yourself)

Maybe you’re looking for a unique bucket list idea. Or maybe another anniversary, birthday or a gift-giving holiday rolls around again, and you find yourself in a state of terror trying to come up with a great gift to give someone. As you contemplate the possible ways to outdo–or at least reach an equal level of awesomeness—your previous gifts to that person, a thought pops in your head: “How about I register to name a star after them?”

Buying a star?!?! What a neat idea! Or is it, really? Instead of being a cool holiday present or sentimental good-bye gift, what if owning a star is just corny and silly? And is it even a legit gift to give? Having gone through the same thoughts as you, I did some research on the topic, and below is the information and answers I can give to you, both on the process of how to name a star and how much it costs (FYI: it’s not free!), plus whether it’s a suitable gift or goal for your life list. 

Can You Really Name a Star After Someone…