Astri

girlOld Norse

Astri is an girl name of Old Norse origin, meaning “Divinely beautiful”.

MeaningDivinely beautiful
GenderGirl
OriginOld Norse
PronunciationAHS-tree
TraditionModern & Classic
Used inNorway, Sweden

Meaning and origin of Astri

Astri is a Norwegian form of Astrid, from Old Norse Ástríðr, which joins áss 'god' with fríðr 'beautiful, beloved'. The shorter Astri drops the final consonant in the way spoken Norwegian often does. Astrid itself has been borne by royalty, including Queen Astrid of Belgium. Astri remains a gentle, less common alternative.

Is Astri a religious name?

Astri has Norse roots and no religious meaning today.

How popular is Astri?

Uncommon in Norway, overshadowed by Astrid but still recognised.

Gifts with the name Astri

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Spellings and variants of Astri

AstridÁstríðurÅsta

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Astri mean?

Astri means 'Divinely beautiful'. It is of Old Norse origin.

Does Astri have a religious meaning?

Astri has Norse roots and no religious meaning today.

How do you pronounce Astri?

Astri is pronounced AHS-tree.

Is Astri a boy or girl name?

Astri is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.