Aspasia

“welcome, to greet”

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1989US 2023

211Births / yr

→Stable

262All-time births

📅 Since 191500

How to pronounce Aspasia

ASP·AY·zhuh

/ˈæsp.ˈeɪ.ʒə/ · stress on ASP · 3 syllables

“welcome, to greet”

Greece origin · Girl name

What does Aspasia mean and where does it come from?

Aspasia is of Greek origin and is historically linked to the influential woman Aspasia of Miletus, who was the partner of the Athenian statesman Pericles in the 5th century BC. The name itself derives from the Greek word ἀσπασία, which conveys the meaning of 'welcome' or 'to greet'. Aspasia can also

Cultural significance

Aspasia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of welcome, to greet.

Peak popularity

Reached #2853 in 1926 — currently #1989 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Aspasia?

Aspasia works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Aspasia Grace

How popular is Aspasia right now?

Holding steady — currently #1989 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#1989 · Top 1.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1989	211	▲ up 5 · +10% births
2022	#1994	191	▲ up 5 · +19% births
2021	#1999	161	▲ up 14579 · +3120% births
2015	#16578	5	▲ up 568
2010	#17146	5	▼ down 2503 · -17% births
2005	#14643	6	▼ down 2735 · -14% births
2000	#11908	7	▼ down 4660 · +17% births
1970	#7248	6	▼ down 492 · +20% births
1965	#6756	5	▼ down 2418 · -17% births
1930	#4338	6	▼ down 400 · -25% births
1925	#3938	8	▲ up 199 · +33% births
1915	#4137	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Aspasia

Best Year2023Rank #1989

Peak Count211

Average Rank#7723

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202312 years

The story of Aspasia

Aspasia entered American naming records in 1915 and has been in use for over 109 years. With 262 total births recorded, Aspasia remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4137 in 1915 to #1989 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Aspasia in 1926:

Mary Dorothy Betty Helen Margaret

Aspasia by decade

Aspasia peaked in the 1920s. See all 1920s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	18
1920s ★	68
1930s	23
1940s	5
1950s	22
1960s	21
1970s	32
1980s	17
1990s	10
2000s	36
2010s	10

💎Aspasia has only 262 total recorded births since 1915 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Aspasia?

Common

AspAsia

What names sound and feel like Aspasia?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Aspasia also consider these

Aspacia

Greece · Protected.

Aspazia

Sanskrit · A Sanskrit name

Acasia

Greece · untouched, pure

Aspasija

Sanskrit · A Sanskrit name

Valasia

Greece · Greek

Artasia

American · Derived from the

How is Aspasia written in other languages?

Ασπασια

Ancient Greek

Common questions about the name Aspasia

What does the name Aspasia mean?

Aspasia means "welcome, to greet" — a name rooted in Greece tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Aspasia?

Aspasia is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Aspasia?

Aspasia originates from Greece tradition. Greece names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Aspasia?

Aspasia is a three-syllable name pronounced AE1 S P EY1 ZH AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Aspasia?

Aspasia pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greece heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.