Astride name meaning
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What does Astride mean?
Astride is a variant of the name Astrid which is of Scandinavian origin. The name Astrid is derived from the Old Norse elements áss, meaning “God” and fríðr, meaning “beautiful”. As a result, the name Astride can be interpreted to mean “beautiful God”.
The name Astride has been used in literature for centuries.
It first appears in medieval Germanic literature as an alternative form of Astrid, and was later popularized by 19th century Swedish author Selma Lagerlöf in her novel Gösta Berling’s Saga.
In modern day usage, the name Astride is often considered a unisex moniker.
While it is more commonly given to girls, it has seen some use as a boy's name as well. Additionally, the name Astride has become increasingly popular over recent years due to its unique sound and association with strong female characters in literature and film.
How do I pronounce Astride?
Three syllabled Astride is most commonly pronounced as a-stri-de. There are multiple ways to say the baby name, i.e., as(t)-ride.
How popular is the name Astride?
A common name in France having over 2915 recievers in 83 years of usage. Presently the moniker is on a rise, in 1946, it ranked 203rd when 124 parents chose the moniker for their baby girls.
Astride is a rare baby name in United States there is very thin chances of it still being given since it isn't seen since 1994. But an extremely popular name in DR Congo where every 1 in 600 have the name.
As per our findings, over 130000 babies have been bestowed Astride around the globe.
| Year | Rank | Births |
|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 11772 | 6 |
Facts
Here's what numbers has to say about Astride
Your family isn't very happy with how you handle things and treat people when it comes to romantic relationships. You are the manager of events and organizer of partying among your friends. Others need you in their life, but you don't need anyone. You have a strong sense of order. Things don't have to go according to the plan all the time because life would be boring as hell if they did. You learn from your mistakes faster than others.
Other names similar to Astride
- Mirène - Mirène's meaning is Admirable or Wonderful
- Liang - Unusual and Modernistic Liangs origin is Mandarin, meaning of Liang is "Good Excellent or Bright" and a baby boy name is used majorly in Mandarin and Kanji symbol
- Salamasina - Unexpected Salamasina came from Samoan, meaning of Salamasina is "A Princess" is used for girls
- Rickmer - Rickmer's meaning is Composition from Rulers or Famous is used majorly in Frisian
- Radamays - Meaning of Radamays is A Hero is rooted from Egyptian is used as a baby boy name. Radamays is derivation of Radames.
Sibling Names for Astride
Are you seeking a unique and meaningful name for your newborn? Look no further than "Astride," an elegant and strong moniker that evokes visions of adventure and strength. To complement this bold choice, we've compiled a list of sibling names that are sure to inspire and delight. From classic favorites to modern twists, these names pair perfectly with Astride for a family full of personality and style.
Sister to Astride
Names for Astride's brother
Famous people named Astride
We could not find any notable namesake.