"star"
Origin: Ancient Greek
Language: Greek
Aster
Pronunciation: [ AST-er ]
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"star-shaped flower"
Origin: Greek botanical
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The Story of Aster
Aster comes directly from the ancient Greek 'aster' (ἀστήρ), meaning 'star.' This root gave us words like astronomy, asteroid, asterisk, and disaster (literally 'bad star' — from the belief that misfortune came from unfavorable star alignments). As a given name, Aster is beautifully simple — a one-word ode to the brilliance of the night sky. The aster flower, a star-shaped daisy-like bloom, shares this etymology.
Aster has been rising as a given name since the 2010s, driven by the celestial naming trend (Luna, Nova, Orion, Atlas) and the appeal of nature/flower names. It works for any gender, though it's currently used slightly more for boys in the US.
In Greek mythology, Astraea (star-maiden) was the last immortal to leave Earth at the end of the Golden Age. Stars have held naming power across all cultures — from Latin Stella to Hindu Tara to Arabic Najm. Aster connects to this universal stargazing tradition through its ancient Greek simplicity.
Historical Record
Aster first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 205 babies have been named Aster in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Aster is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #2,790 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The word 'disaster' literally means 'bad star' (dis + aster in Latin/Greek)
- The aster flower was sacred to the Greek gods, placed on their altars
- Asterisk (*) means 'little star' in Greek
Aster in Other Languages
Greek
Αστέρας
Latin
Stella (equivalent)
French
Aster
Italian
Astro
Spanish
Áster
Popularity Over Time
#2,790
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Aster (genus) Fictional
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A genus of flowering plants known for their star-shaped daisy-like flowers, named after the Greek word for star
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,790
- Total SSA Count
- 46
- Cultural Origins
- English Greek American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
Ast
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Frequently Asked Questions About Aster
What does the name Aster mean?
"star" (from Ancient Greek). "star-shaped flower" (from Greek botanical). Aster comes directly from the ancient Greek 'aster' (ἀστήρ), meaning 'star.' This root gave us words like astronomy, asteroid, asterisk, and disaster (literally 'bad star' — from the belief that misfortune came from unfavorable star alignments). As a given name, Aster is beautifully simple — a one-word ode to the brilliance of the night sky. The aster flower, a star-shaped daisy-like bloom, shares this etymology.
What is the origin of the name Aster?
Aster has Ancient Greek, Greek botanical, English, Greek, and American origins. In Ancient Greek, it means "star". In Greek botanical, it means "star-shaped flower".
Is Aster a boy or girl name?
Aster is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2790. As a girl name, it is ranked #2744. Aster is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Aster?
Aster is pronounced AST-er.
How popular is the name Aster?
Aster is currently ranked #2790 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Aster?
Common nicknames for Aster include Ast.
What are good middle names for Aster?
Popular middle name pairings include Aster James, Aster River, Aster Orion, Aster Forest, Aster Reed, and Aster Blue.
What are good sibling names for Aster?
Names that pair well with Aster as siblings include Lyra, Nova, Orion, Selene, Comet, and Soleil.
How many syllables does Aster have?
Aster has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Aster a common or rare name?
Aster is an uncommon name, ranked #2790 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Aster
Aster is a boy name with English, Greek, and American origins . The name means "star" in Ancient Greek .
Is Aster a boy or girl name? Aster is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,790 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #2,744. Aster is more commonly used as a girl name.
Aster is currently ranked #2,790 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Aster has 2 syllables and is pronounced AST-er, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Aster include Ast. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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