Astrid
/ˈas.strɪd/
Astrid is the modern Scandinavian form of Old Norse Ástríðr, composed of áss (“god”) and fríðr (“beautiful”). The name literally means “divinely beautiful.”
The name was borne by Scandinavian royalty for centuries, including a Swedish princess who became Queen of Belgium in the 1930s. Swedish author Astrid Lindgren, creator of Pippi Longstocking, is its most famous bearer.
Astrid ranked No. 383 in 2024 with 818 births, its all-time US high. The name has grown steadily as American parents discover Nordic names.
What the name Astrid means
In Scandinavia, Astrid has been a classic for over a thousand years. Its rise in the US reflects growing interest in strong, non-English name traditions.
Two syllables - AS-trid - are crisp and confident. The consonant cluster at the end gives the name a decisive, angular quality.
Parents choose Astrid for its meaning, its literary associations, and its distinctiveness in English-speaking settings. It sounds intelligent and self-assured.
US popularity over time
Numerology and symbolism
Based on Pythagorean numerology — a traditional system linking name letters to numbers. Presented for cultural interest.
Famous people named Astrid
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