Aster

Aster is a female name, and in rarer cases also a male name, that originates from Ancient Greek. It is literally translated as 'the star'. The plant genus Aster, commonly known as asters, is also derived from this Ancient Greek term.

What does the name Aster mean?

The first name Aster, used for both women and men, has its roots in Ancient Greek and means 'the star'. The same word base is also used for the plant genus Aster (asters). In the Netherlands, the first name Aster is particularly common today.

Where does the name Aster come from?

Aster is a first name of Greek origin, used for both women and men, carrying the meaning 'the star'. The Ancient Greek term astḗr (ᾰ̓στήρ) stands for 'star'. This name is, among other things, common in the Dutch language.

How do you pronounce Aster?

The pronunciation of Aster is clear and two-syllable. The name is generally pronounced as 'As-ter' [ˈastɐ], starting with an open 'a' sound. The consonant combination '-st-' creates a certain tension and gives the middle of the name a distinctive note. The final '-ter' provides a calm yet clear ending. Thus, Aster appears simple, elegant, and appealing - a name with a compact form and harmonious radiance.

Popularity

In Germany, Aster is a rather rare first name. In 2022, it ranked 5,539th on the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2012, with 3,656th place. Over the last ten years, Aster has been given as a first name about 30 times, placing it 5,353rd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 5,917th.

Famous people

• Aster Aweke (Ethiopian singer)
• Aster Demissie (Canadian long-distance runner)
• Aster the Tyrant (character from 'The Dragonfighter' by Licia Troisi)