Astrid

/AS-trid/

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Astrid is an Old Norse girl's name pronounced /AS-trid/. A timeless name derived from elements meaning divinely beautiful or beloved by the gods.

Meaning of Astrid

A timeless name derived from elements meaning divinely beautiful or beloved by the gods.

Astrid is derived from the Old Norse name Ástríðr, a compound of 'áss' meaning god and 'fríðr' meaning beautiful or beloved. Historically, it was a common name among Scandinavian royalty and was often interpreted as 'divinely beautiful'.

Origin
Old Norse
Pronunciation
/AS-trid/

Cultural background

The name remains a perennial favorite in Scandinavia and has gained significant international popularity in German, French, and English-speaking countries. It is often chosen for its blend of vintage charm and strong, classical roots.

Variations & nicknames

  • Asta
  • Astride
  • Estrid
  • Astri
  • Sassa
  • Assi

Famous people named Astrid

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

  • Astrid Lindgren

    Author of the Pippi Longstocking series and world-renowned children's writer.

    Literature · 1907–2002

  • Astrid of Sweden

    Queen of the Belgians and mother of kings Baudouin and Albert II.

    Politics · 1905–1935

  • Astrid Gilberto

    Influential Brazilian bossa nova singer known for 'The Girl from Ipanema'.

    Music · 1940–2023

  • Astrid Kirchherr

    Photographer famous for her early portraits of The Beatles.

    Photography · 1938–2020

  • Astrid Hofferson

    Major character and dragon rider in the 'How to Train Your Dragon' franchise.

    Film · 2010–present

Frequently asked about Astrid

What does Astrid mean?
Astrid means 'divinely beautiful' or 'beloved of the gods', originating from the Old Norse elements 'áss' (god) and 'fríðr' (beautiful).
How do you pronounce Astrid?
In English, it is typically pronounced AS-trid. In its original Scandinavian form, it is pronounced AH-stree or AH-strid.
Is Astrid a boy or girl name?
Astrid is traditionally and almost exclusively used as a girl's name.
Is Astrid a common name?
It is a consistently popular name in Sweden, Norway, and Denmark, and has seen a rise in use in the United States and United Kingdom in recent years.

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