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Origin: Norse

Meaning: Divinely beautiful; beloved of the gods

Highly used in Scandinavian countries, Astrid is a powerful feminine name ideal for those with a love for lore and ancient mystique. Originally rendered Ástríðr in Old Norse, Astrid is often translated as "divinely beautiful." No doubt flattering, the pleasure of Astrid is its openness to complementary interpretation. For many others, the components áss, meaning "god," and fríðr, meaning "beautiful," suggest one who is "beloved of the gods." In any case, Astrid is an undeniably gorgeous soul certain to be adored by those that matter most in baby's little world.