astoria

“star.”

USA origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#2557US 2023

69Births / yr

↑Rising

391All-time births

📅 Since 199100

How to pronounce astoria

ast·AW·ree·uh

/ˌæst.ˈɔ.riː.ə/ · stress on AW · 4 syllables

“star.”

USA origin · Girl name

What does astoria mean and where does it come from?

Astoria derives from the Greek word 'aster,' which means 'star.' The name gained popularity through various cultural references, including the affluent New York City neighborhood of Astoria in Queens. First recorded in the late 19th century, Astoria has been used in literature and media, leading to

Cultural significance

astoria has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in USA-speaking communities, where it reflects values of greek.

Peak popularity

Reached #3405 in 2018 — currently #2557 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with astoria?

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

astoria Grace

How popular is astoria right now?

Rising fast — up 1044 spots — currently #2557 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#2557 · Top 1.9%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#2557	69	▲ up 1044 · +60% births
2022	#3601	43	▲ up 80 · +5% births
2021	#3681	41	▲ up 174 · +11% births
2020	#3855	37	▲ up 3574 · +131% births
2015	#7429	16	▲ up 4266 · +78% births
2010	#11695	9	▼ down 1846 · -18% births
2005	#9849	11	▲ up 4336 · +83% births
2000	#14185	6	▼ down 1238
1995	#12947	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for astoria

Best Year2023Rank #2557

Peak Count69

Average Rank#7755

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1995 - 20239 years

The story of astoria

astoria is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1991. With 391 total births recorded, astoria remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #12947 in 1995 to #2557 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside astoria in 2018:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

astoria by decade

astoria peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	47
2000s	87
2010s ★	220
2020s	37

💎astoria has only 391 total recorded births since 1991 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for astoria?

Common

AstOria

What names sound and feel like astoria?

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

Greece · Star, celestial body

Antoria

American · A modern variation

Attoria

Latin · from the town

Altoria

American · noble and exalted

Common questions about the name astoria

What does the name astoria mean?

astoria means "Greek" — a name rooted in USA 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 astoria?

astoria is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for astoria have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of astoria?

astoria originates from USA tradition. USA 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 astoria?

astoria is a four-syllable name pronounced AE2 S T AO1 R IY0 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 astoria?

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