Astoria

Pronunciation: [ ast-AWR-ee-uh ]

Girl Name #2,003 Most Popular Hidden Gem 4 Syllables

Grand as a Gilded Age hotel, magical as Harry Potter lore

American Greek influenced

Elegant Whimsical Vintage Sophisticated

Meaning & Origin

"from the Astor estate (hawk's home)"

Origin: German/American

Language: English

"place name — Astoria, Oregon"

Origin: American

Language: English

The Story of Astoria

Astoria takes its name from the city of Astoria, Oregon (the oldest American settlement west of the Rockies), which was named after John Jacob Astor, the first American multi-millionaire. Astor's name derives from the German 'Astheimer' (possibly 'hawk home'). As a given name, Astoria evokes the glamour of the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York City, built by the Astor family and synonymous with luxury and elegance since 1893.

Astoria has been rising as a given name in the 2010s-2020s, part of the trend toward elaborate, place-inspired names with a vintage feel. It appears in Harry Potter lore (Astoria Greengrass, Draco Malfoy's wife), which has boosted its appeal among the generation that grew up with the series.

The Waldorf-Astoria name became synonymous with American luxury and sophistication. As a given name, Astoria carries these aspirational associations while feeling fantastical and distinctive — a name that sounds like it belongs to a character in a great novel.

Fun Facts

The Waldorf-Astoria in New York was built in two phases (1893 and 1897) and is now a Hilton property after a $1.5 billion renovation
Astoria Greengrass in Harry Potter is Draco Malfoy's wife — a detail only mentioned in the books' epilogue and later expanded in interviews

Astoria in Other Languages

French Astoria

German Astoria

Italian Astoria

Spanish Astoria

Famous People Named Astoria

John Jacob Astor IV

Business

1864

American businessman and the richest man on the Titanic, who perished in the 1912 disaster

Astoria Greengrass Fictional

Other

Fictional witch in the Harry Potter universe, Draco Malfoy's wife and mother of Scorpius Malfoy

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Syllables: 4
Popularity Rank: #2,003
Total SSA Count: 98
Cultural Origins: American Greek influenced
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Formal
Cross-Cultural Ease: High

Common Nicknames

Tori Ria Astie

Pairs Well With

Astoria Rose Astoria Jane Astoria Grace Astoria Maeve Astoria Pearl Astoria Quinn

Sibling Names

Cordelia Vivienne Dashiell Edmund Isadora Caspian

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Frequently Asked Questions About Astoria

What does the name Astoria mean?

"from the Astor estate (hawk's home)" (from German/American). "place name — Astoria, Oregon" (from American). Astoria takes its name from the city of Astoria, Oregon (the oldest American settlement west of the Rockies), which was named after John Jacob Astor, the first American multi-millionaire. Astor's name derives from the German 'Astheimer' (possibly 'hawk home'). As a given name, Astoria evokes the glamour of the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York City, built by the Astor family and synonymous with luxury and elegance since 1893.

What is the origin of the name Astoria?

Astoria has German/American, American, and Greek influenced origins. In German/American, it means "from the Astor estate (hawk's home)". In American, it means "place name — Astoria, Oregon".

Is Astoria a boy or girl name?

Astoria is primarily used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Astoria?

Astoria is pronounced ast-AWR-ee-uh.

How popular is the name Astoria?

Astoria is currently ranked #2003 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Astoria?

Common nicknames for Astoria include Tori, Ria, and Astie.

What are good middle names for Astoria?

Popular middle name pairings include Astoria Rose, Astoria Jane, Astoria Grace, Astoria Maeve, Astoria Pearl, and Astoria Quinn.

What are good sibling names for Astoria?

Names that pair well with Astoria as siblings include Cordelia, Vivienne, Dashiell, Edmund, Isadora, and Caspian.

How many syllables does Astoria have?

Astoria has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.

Is Astoria a common or rare name?

Astoria is an uncommon name, ranked #2003 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Astoria

Astoria is a girl name with American and Greek influenced origins . The name means "from the Astor estate (hawk's home)" in German/American .

Astoria is currently ranked #2,003 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

The name Astoria has 4 syllables and is pronounced ast-AWR-ee-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Astoria include Tori, Ria, and Astie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.