"hawk, bird of prey"
Origin: Old French
Language: English
Astor
Pronunciation: [ AST-er ]
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"star (folk etymology from Latin aster)"
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The Story of Astor
Astor derives from the Old French and Occitan word for hawk, originally used as a surname for those who trained birds of prey. The name gained prestige through the Astor family dynasty, descendants of John Jacob Astor, who became one of America's wealthiest families in the 19th century. The name combines the fierceness of a raptor with aristocratic elegance.
Astor is experiencing a quiet revival as parents seek sophisticated surname-names with historical weight. The name benefits from associations with old-money elegance while feeling fresh as a first name for girls.
The Astor name is synonymous with Gilded Age American aristocracy. The Waldorf Astoria hotel stands as a monument to the family's influence on New York City. In British culture, Viscountess Astor was the first woman to take a seat in the British Parliament.
Historical Record
Astor first appeared in US Social Security records in 2017.
Over 10 babies have been named Astor in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Astor is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #41,521 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Nancy Astor became the first woman to take her seat in the British House of Commons in 1919
- The Waldorf-Astoria Hotel, one of New York's most iconic landmarks, bears this name
- John Jacob Astor IV was the wealthiest person to die on the Titanic
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Popularity Over Time
#41,521
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #41,521
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- English American French
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
Ast
Tori
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Frequently Asked Questions About Astor
What does the name Astor mean?
"hawk, bird of prey" (from Old French). "star (folk etymology from Latin aster)" (from Latin). Astor derives from the Old French and Occitan word for hawk, originally used as a surname for those who trained birds of prey. The name gained prestige through the Astor family dynasty, descendants of John Jacob Astor, who became one of America's wealthiest families in the 19th century. The name combines the fierceness of a raptor with aristocratic elegance.
What is the origin of the name Astor?
Astor has Old French, Latin, English, American, and French origins. In Old French, it means "hawk, bird of prey". In Latin, it means "star (folk etymology from Latin aster)".
Is Astor a boy or girl name?
Astor is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #41521. As a boy name, it is ranked #4077. Astor is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Astor?
Astor is pronounced AST-er.
How popular is the name Astor?
Astor is currently ranked #41521 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Astor?
Common nicknames for Astor include Ast and Tori.
What are good middle names for Astor?
Popular middle name pairings include Astor Rose, Astor Grace, Astor Claire, Astor Mae, Astor Vivienne, and Astor Lane.
What are good sibling names for Astor?
Names that pair well with Astor as siblings include Phineas, Beckett, Waverly, Odessa, Stellan, and Cleo.
How many syllables does Astor have?
Astor has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Astor a common or rare name?
Astor is an uncommon name, ranked #41521 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Astor?
Are there other spellings for Astor?
Related spellings include Astoria.
About the Name Astor
Astor is a girl name with English, American, and French origins . The name means "hawk, bird of prey" in Old French .
Is Astor a boy or girl name? Astor is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #41,521 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #4,077. Astor is more commonly used as a boy name.
Astor is currently ranked #41,521 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Astor has 2 syllables and is pronounced AST-er, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Astor include Ast and Tori. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Astor include Astoria . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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