Astra Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Astra originates from Latin, meaning 'star.' It has evolved through various forms in languages, retaining its celestial connotation. The name is associated with qualities of brightness and guidance, and it has no biblical relevance. Astra gained popularity in the 19th century and is currently viewed as elegant and modern, with notable figures sharing the name.
The name Astra is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Astra has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Astra' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7783rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9454th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5836th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9460th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 17803rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4424th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Astra' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Astra"
Pronunciation
/ˈæstrə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Astra derives from the Latin word 'astrum,' meaning 'star.' It is associated with celestial bodies and often symbolizes brightness or guidance.
Meaning
star
Language Evolution
Astra (Latin), Astre (Old French), Astra (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Astra gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in literary and artistic contexts, as it evoked imagery of stars and celestial themes.
Variants & Derivatives
Astar, Astraea, Astrid
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Astra is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with beauty and sophistication.
Famous People
Astra Taylor - Canadian filmmaker and writer, AstraZeneca - Global biopharmaceutical company (not a person but notable in modern context)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Astra"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Astra"
"Astra" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7783rd of 9204 | 11 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9454th of 12526 | 18 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5836th of 19264 | 135 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9460th of 27321 | 105 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 17803rd of 35406 | 53 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4424th of 30306 | 383 |
Regional Popularity of "Astra" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Astra" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
75.60% 3392nd/4487 |
70.13% 4784th/6822 |
53.98% 3388th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Astra"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Astra" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.