Astrea Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationas-TREE-uh / /æˈstriːə/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: starry; Latin: of the stars
Historical & Cultural Background
Astrea is derived from the Greek word 'ἀστήρ' (astēr), meaning 'star.' In Greek mythology, Astrea was the goddess of justice and innocence, often depicted as a maiden holding scales. The name has been used in various literary works, symbolizing purity and virtue. It has also been associated with the constellation Virgo, which is linked to the figure of Astrea.
Trend Summary
Astrea has seen limited use in the U.S., remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Astra
- Astreya
International Variants
- Astra (Latin)
- Astre (French)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Astrea was first seen in the United States in 1978. Astrea has ranked as high as #1358 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Astrea has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Astrea
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1978 | 9 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 9 |