It is named after Bent Grönbech, a Danish observational astronomer.

August 24 - Sophia Brahe, Danish astronomer (died 1643)

The generic name honours Danish astronomer Tycho Brahe (1546-1601).

December 8 - Peter Andreas Hansen, Danish astronomer (died 1874)

Karl A. Augustesen (born 1945) is a Danish astronomer.

Gellio Sasceride (Sasserides) (1562-1612) was a Danish astronomer and doctor.

December 14 - Tycho Brahe, Danish astronomer (died 1601).

The most picturesque figure in the history of astronomy is undoubtedly that of the famous old Danish astronomer whose name stands at the head of this chapter.

Poul Jensen is a Danish astronomer.

Bengt Strömgren, Danish astronomer instrumental in founding it.