Aster

At a Glance: Name: Aster – Meaning: star (namesake of the star-shaped flower) – Origin: Greek (via Latin) – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: AS-ter

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Aster comes from Greek (by way of Latin) and means star — it's also the namesake of the star-shaped aster flower. It's used as a name for any gender and pronounced AS-ter (/ˈæstər/). If you're drawn to bohemian, free-spirited, nature-inspired, or clean, modern names, Aster fits that mold.

Meaning & Origin of Aster

Meaning: Star (namesake of the star-shaped flower).

Origin: Greek (via Latin).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Aster

Phonetic: AS-ter   IPA: /ˈæstər/

Popularity of Aster

Aster has stayed rare in Social Security data going back to 1912: it peaked at #2491 in 2022 with 72 babies given the name, and in the most recent year on record, 2024, it ranked #2745 with a count of 62.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1912–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Aster mean?

Star (namesake of the star-shaped flower). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Aster)

How do you pronounce Aster?

Aster is pronounced AS-ter (IPA: /ˈæstər/).

Is Aster a popular name right now?

Aster is near its all-time peak (#2491 in 2022), ranked #2745 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1912–2024.)

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