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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Browse names →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
Most popular combo · classic
astoria Rose
Floral · soft ending
astoria Mae
Sweet · timeless
astoria Claire
French influence · crisp
astoria Jane
Literary · strong
astoria Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is astoria right now?
Rising fast — up 1044 spots — currently #2557 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| 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 | — |
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:
astoria by decade
| 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?
What names sound and feel like astoria?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love astoria also consider these
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.