Rising since 2018, #4,265 for girls today.
Popularity of Asteria since 2014
Babies named Asteria per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 33 |
| 2020s | 178 |
Meaning & origin
Asteria is a name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2014 and has been rising steadily since 2018. As of 2025, it ranked 4265 with a 1-in-48705 frequency. Its peak year so far was 2023. Parents drawn to mythology and celestial themes may appreciate its clear connection to the Greek word for star, though the name's exact etymology is uncertain. It remains a rare choice, offering a distinctive alternative to more common star-related names like Stella or Esther.
Asteria is derived from the Greek word 'aster' (star). In Greek mythology, Asteria was a Titaness, daughter of Coeus and Phoebe, and mother of Hecate. The name has been used in modern times, likely revived in the 20th century.
“Asteria” around the world
Where Asteria lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Asta, Aria, Ria, Teri
Sibling names for Asteria
Names that share Asteria's style, for a brother or sister.
