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Horizon First Name Meaning

Horizon is a gender-neutral name of American origin, meaning "Apparent Edge Of Land." The name is derived from the Greek word ὁρίζων κύκλος (horízōn kýklos), which translates to "separating circle." In scientific terms, the horizon refers to the apparent curve that separates the surface of a celestial body from its sky when viewed from the perspective of an observer. It determines an observer's maximum range of vision and plays a vital role in navigation and spatial orientation. The distance to the visible horizon can be calculated using mathematical formulas and is affected by atmospheric refraction. The horizon is also a key feature in the science of graphical perspective, where it serves as the vanishing point for parallel lines. The name Horizon reflects a connection to the natural world and the principles of spatial perception and navigation.

Sources: Wikipedia, available at https://www.wikipedia.org | BabyNames.com, available at https://www.babynames.com

How popular Horizon first name? (2000 - Now)

Historical popularity of Horizon first name (1880 - Now)

Sources: Social Security Administration, available at https://www.ssa.gov/OACT/babynames/



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