The name Astra is a beautiful and unique choice for a baby girl, derived from the Latin word "astrum," meaning "star." This celestial name evokes images of the night sky, filled with twinkling stars and endless possibilities. Pronounced as AS-truh (/æsˈtrɑ/), Astra has an ethereal quality that makes it both modern and timeless. While not extremely common, Astra has seen varying levels of popularity in the United States over the years, with a notable increase in recent times. In 2023, it was ranked 2920th with 57 occurrences, showing a growing interest among new parents. A variation of this name is Astrid, which shares its celestial roots but offers a slightly different sound. Whether you are drawn to its starry associations or its rarity, Astra is a luminous choice for any little girl who is destined to shine brightly.
Astra Sharma is an Australian professional tennis player with career-high WTA rankings and multiple singles and doubles titles on the WTA and ITF circuits. |
Astra Taylor is a Canadian-American documentary filmmaker, writer, activist, and musician known for her work challenging predatory practices around debt. |
Astra Rosetta Edwards-Bennett is a Trinidadian table tennis player. |