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Origin: Latin

Meaning: Star-maiden; starry night

Astraea is a feminine name of Greek and Latin origin meaning “star-maiden” or “starry-night.” It is a Latinized version of the Greek name Astraia which is derived from the Greek word aster, meaning “star.” In classical mythology, Astraea or Astraia is the goddess of justice, innocence, purity, and precision. She was often referred to as the Star Maiden or Star Goddess and was beloved for her integrity and benevolence. Astraea is an elegant moniker with many positive associations to morality making it a stellar choice for naming your little star.