Asteria

Meaning of Asteria

Asteria, pronounced uh-STEER-ee-uh, derives from the Greek aster, meaning “star,” and names a Titaness associated with falling stars and nocturnal divination. In Hesiod’s Theogony, she appears as the daughter of Coeus and Phoebe and the sister of Leto, ultimately transforming into the island of Delos to elude Zeus—a mythic narrative that underscores themes of autonomy and transformation. In the United States, Asteria maintains a modest yet steady presence, ranking 915th in 2024 with 35 newborns—a niche position likely to appeal to parents uninterested in top-100 conventions. With its luminous heritage and understated rarity, Asteria offers both classical resonance and a distinctly individual character.

Pronunciation

English

• Pronunced as uh-STEER-ee-uh (/əˈstɪəriə/)

• Astrid
• Aster
• Astra
• Astoria
• Astella
• Astelle