Aster

Meaning star
Origin Greek
Gender gender neutral
Opposite gender Aster
Popularity Moderate
Length 5
Syllables 2
Syllabification As-ter

About Aster

Choosing the perfect name for your baby girl can be a delightful yet challenging endeavor. If you're seeking a name that encapsulates beauty, wonder, and individuality, consider the name "Aster." Derived from the Greek word for "star," Aster holds a unique and captivating charm.

In Greek mythology, the goddess Asteria was associated with stars and the night sky, further adding a touch of mythic allure to the name. Symbolizing the brilliance and radiance of a star, Aster carries a timeless quality that suits modern and traditional sensibilities alike.

Aster's variations, such as Astera, Astra, and Astrid, offer versatility while retaining the name's celestial essence. Common nicknames like Asa and Star provide endearing options for everyday use.

Throughout history, notable figures like Ethiopian singer Aster Aweke and Titan goddess Asteria have lent prestige to the name, highlighting its enduring appeal. Additionally, fictional characters like Aster Bunnymund from "Rise of the Guardians" contribute a touch of whimsy to the name's associations.

Whether you're drawn to its mythological connections, celestial connotations, or simply the beauty of its sound, Aster is a name that will accompany your baby girl through a lifetime of shining moments. Embrace the starlit wonder of Aster, and watch as your little one's future gleams brightly.

Variations of Name Aster

Asteria
Astra
Astera
Astrid
Ashley
Amber
Amelia
Aurora

Nicknames for Aster

Asti
Essie
Teri

Famous People Named Aster

Aster AwekeEthiopian singer
Aster BerkhofBelgian author
Aster EfremEritrean long-distance runner
Aster FissehatsionEritrean politician
Aster KebedeEthiopian long-distance runner
Aster MamoEthiopian actress
Aster MenghistuEritrean long-distance runner
Aster MekonnenEthiopian long-distance runner
Aster MuscarellaAmerican archaeologist
Aster NzeyimanaRwandan tennis player
Aster SolomonEritrean cyclist
Aster TeweldeEritrean long-distance runner
Aster WoldeEritrean long-distance runner
Aster YohannesEritrean singer
Aster DemissieEthiopian economist
Aster HabteEritrean long-distance runner
Aster WendimuEthiopian long-distance runner
Aster ZewduEthiopian actress

Characters Named Aster

Aster Bunnymundfrom "Rise of the Guardians"
Aster Floresfrom "The Closest I've Come" by Fred Aceves
Aster Vanstonefrom "Moonshadow" by Thea Harrison
Aster Voltairefrom "Aster Voltaire - The Secret Life of Vampires" by Karen Wallace
Aster Gilrayfrom "Aster Gilray and the Whole Wide World" by Mary E. Lambert
Aster Rixfrom "Asterix" comics by René Goscinny and Albert Uderzo
Aster Collyfrom "The Strange and Beautiful Sorrows of Ava Lavender" by Leslye Walton
Aster Chanefrom "The House in the Cerulean Sea" by TJ Klune
Aster Magpiefrom "The Girl with No Face" by M. H. Boroson
Aster Lakerfrom "The Witch Who Came in from the Cold" by Lindsay Smith
Aster Cainfrom "The Isle of the Lost" by Melissa de la Cruz
Aster Northfrom "Havenfall" by Sara Holland
Aster Greyfrom "Dead Letters" by Caite Dolan-Leach
Aster Shadowfrom "The Art of Saving the World" by Corinne Duyvis
Aster Calixfrom "The Vanishing Deep" by Astrid Scholte
Aster Blackstonefrom "Brightly Burning" by Alexa Donne
Aster Faelanfrom "Song of the Current" by Sarah Tolcser
Aster Caracallafrom "Roses of May" by Dot Hutchison
Aster Winterbournefrom "My Plain Jane" by Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton, and Jodi Meadows
Aster Vaelafrom "The Starless Sea" by Erin Morgenstern

Other Popular Names Beginning with A

Ashley
Ariel
Alana
Angel
Ariyah
Aurora
Alexa
Aliyah
Ada
Adelynn