"star, starry one"
Origin: Ancient Greek
Language: English
Asteria
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The Greek Titan goddess of falling stars
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"goddess of falling stars and night oracles"
Origin: Greek mythology
Language: Greek
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The Story of Asteria
Asteria comes from the ancient Greek word aster meaning star. In Greek mythology, Asteria was a Titan goddess of falling stars and nighttime oracles. She was the daughter of Coeus and Phoebe, and the mother of Hecate, the goddess of magic and crossroads. When pursued by Zeus, she transformed herself into a quail and plunged into the sea, becoming the floating island of Delos.
Asteria has gained traction as parents embrace celestial and mythological names. The rise of mythology-inspired names like Luna, Aurora, and Orion has lifted Asteria from obscurity into an elegant choice for parents who want something distinctive yet timeless.
In Greek mythology, Asteria held a unique role as the goddess of falling stars and nocturnal oracles. Her transformation into the island of Delos connects her to the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis, two of the most important Olympian gods.
Historical Record
Asteria first appeared in US Social Security records in 2014.
Over 178 babies have been named Asteria in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Asteria is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #4,186 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- In Greek mythology, Asteria transformed into a quail and became the floating island of Delos to escape Zeus
- Delos, born from Asteria's transformation, became the birthplace of the gods Apollo and Artemis
- Asteria was the mother of Hecate, goddess of magic, crossroads, and witchcraft
- The asteroid 658 Asteria is named after this goddess
Asteria in Other Languages
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Asteria
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Asterie
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Asteria
Popularity Over Time
#4,186
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Asteria
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Titan goddess of falling stars and nocturnal oracles in Greek mythology, mother of Hecate
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #4,186
- Total SSA Count
- 35
- Cultural Origins
- Greek Roman International
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Aster
Ria
Steria
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Frequently Asked Questions About Asteria
What does the name Asteria mean?
"star, starry one" (from Ancient Greek). "goddess of falling stars and night oracles" (from Greek mythology). Asteria comes from the ancient Greek word aster meaning star. In Greek mythology, Asteria was a Titan goddess of falling stars and nighttime oracles. She was the daughter of Coeus and Phoebe, and the mother of Hecate, the goddess of magic and crossroads. When pursued by Zeus, she transformed herself into a quail and plunged into the sea, becoming the floating island of Delos.
What is the origin of the name Asteria?
Asteria has Ancient Greek, Greek mythology, Greek, Roman, and International origins. In Ancient Greek, it means "star, starry one". In Greek mythology, it means "goddess of falling stars and night oracles".
Is Asteria a boy or girl name?
Asteria is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Asteria?
Asteria is currently ranked #4186 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Asteria?
Common nicknames for Asteria include Aster, Ria, and Steria.
What are good middle names for Asteria?
Popular middle name pairings include Asteria Rose, Asteria Luna, Asteria Jade, Asteria Violet, Asteria Celeste, Asteria Nova, and Asteria Skye.
What are good sibling names for Asteria?
Names that pair well with Asteria as siblings include Orion, Luna, Atlas, Lyra, Perseus, Selene, and Caelum.
How many syllables does Asteria have?
Asteria has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Asteria a common or rare name?
Asteria is an uncommon name, ranked #4186 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Asteria?
Are there other spellings for Asteria?
Related spellings include Aster.
About the Name Asteria
Asteria is a girl name with Greek, Roman, and International origins . The name means "star, starry one" in Ancient Greek .
Asteria is currently ranked #4,186 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Asteria has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Asteria include Aster, Ria, and Steria. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Asteria include Aster . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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