| Meaning | star |
| Origin | Greek |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | As-tra |
About Astra
This celestial name carries an ethereal quality that feels both timeless and contemporary. Parents drawn to Astra often appreciate its connection to the cosmos while valuing its straightforward pronunciation and spelling. The name works beautifully across various cultural contexts and age groups, making it suitable for both a young child and a professional adult. Its brevity gives it strength, while its soft vowel sounds maintain femininity. Astra pairs well with both traditional and modern middle names, offering flexibility in creating a complete name combination. The name has seen growing popularity among families seeking something distinctive yet accessible, striking that perfect balance between uniqueness and familiarity that many modern parents desire.
Nicknames for Astra
| Ash |
| Aster |
| Tra |
| Star |
| Asti |
Famous People Named Astra
| Astra Taylor | Canadian-American filmmaker and writer |
| Astra Narvaiša | Latvian painter |
| Astra Blaug | British psychologist |
| Astra Pīrāgs | Latvian opera singer |
| Astra Desmond | Irish journalist |
| Astra Woodcraft | American singer-songwriter |
| Astra Zarina | Latvian politician |
| Astra Abate | Italian actress |
| Astra Daihatsu | Indonesian singer |
| Astra Kelly | American musician |
| Astra Kawasaki | Japanese dancer |
| Astra Niedra | Australian author |
| Astra Lin | Taiwanese model |
| Astra Mattox | American choreographer |
| Astra Kulturhaus | German music venue |
Characters Named Astra
| Astra Furst | Character in the book "Cress" by Marissa Meyer |
| Astra Zeal | Character in the video game "Warframe" |
| Astra Planeta | Character in the novel "Astra Planeti" by Inez Holden |
| Astra Zoldyck | Character in the anime and manga series "Hunter x Hunter" |