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At a Glance: Name: Astra – Meaning: star – Origin: Latin/Greek – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: AS-truh
Astra is a girl's name with Latin and Greek roots, meaning "star" — it's pronounced AS-truh (IPA /ˈæstrə/). It tends to appeal to parents drawn to bohemian, free-spirited, nature-inspired names with a modern, minimalist edge. If you've come across other claims about what Astra means, this is the meaning that's actually correct.
Meaning & Origin of Astra
Meaning: Star.
Origin: Latin/Greek.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Astra
Phonetic: AS-truh IPA: /ˈæstrə/
Popularity of Astra
Astra hit its high point in 2022, when 69 babies were given the name, ranking it #2557 nationally; by 2024 it had slipped to #3167, with 50 babies recorded.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1944–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Astra mean?
Star. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Astra)
How do you pronounce Astra?
Astra is pronounced AS-truh (IPA: /ˈæstrə/).
Is Astra a popular name right now?
Astra peaked at #2557 in 2022 and is ranked #3167 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1944–2024.)
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