Astrid
Divinely beautiful — a girl name of Old Norse/Scandinavian origin
Popularity of Astrid in the United States
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Meaning & Origin of Astrid
Astrid comes from the Old Norse Ástríðr, combining áss, "god," with fríðr, "beautiful" or "beloved," giving an overall meaning of "divinely beautiful." It was carried by numerous medieval Scandinavian queens and noblewomen and remains a beloved royal name, borne by Astrid of Sweden, who became Queen of the Belgians in the 1920s. In the English-speaking world the name owes much of its familiarity to beloved Swedish author Astrid Lindgren, creator of Pippi Longstocking, and it continues to appeal to parents seeking a strong, Nordic alternative to Ingrid or Freya.
Astrid Around the World
Astrid is used in 3 languages worldwide, with 7+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
Nicknames for Astrid
Famous People Named Astrid
- Astrid Lindgren — Swedish author of Pippi Longstocking
- Princess Astrid of Norway — member of the Norwegian royal family
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Astrid mean?
Astrid is a girl name of Old Norse/Scandinavian origin meaning "Divinely beautiful." Astrid comes from the Old Norse Ástríðr, combining áss, "god," with fríðr, "beautiful" or "beloved," giving an overall meaning of "divinely beautiful." It was carried by numerous medieval Scandinavian queens and noblewomen and remains a beloved royal name, borne by Astrid of Sweden, who became Queen of the Belgians in the 1920s.
How do you pronounce Astrid?
Astrid is pronounced AH-strid. Common variations include Astrud, Astryd, Astrida.
Is Astrid a girl name?
Yes, Astrid is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Assi.
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