Asterios – Name Meaning
The name Asterios is of Greek origin and means “starry”. It is derived from the Greek word aster, which means “star”. The name Asterios is a masculine given name that has been used in Greece since ancient times.
History and Origin
The name Asterios has its roots in Ancient Greek mythology. In Greek mythology, Asterios was the son of Hyperion and Theia, two Titans who were the parents of Helios, the sun god. He was also known as the god of stars and constellations. According to some sources, he was also the father of Orion, the hunter.
In addition to being a popular name in Greece, Asterios has also been used in other countries such as Italy, Spain, Portugal, and France. It is also a popular name among people of Greek descent living in North America.
Popularity
The name Asterios is not particularly common in the United States. According to Social Security Administration data from 2019, it ranked #7,945 out of all baby boy names registered that year. However, it is more popular in other countries such as Greece where it ranks #50 out of all baby boy names registered there.
Famous People Named Asterios
There are several famous people who have been given the name Asterios including:
- Asterios Polychroniades – a Greek-American professor at Dartmouth College
- Asterios Papastamatiou – a Greek actor and director
- Asterios Katsifarakis – a Greek football player
Variations of the Name
The name Asterios can be shortened to Astor or Astorino for a nickname. Other variations include: Astereos (Greek), Estéreo (Spanish), Estêvão (Portuguese), and Étoile (French).
