UK girl's name
Astryd
A feminine name of Scandinavian origin meaning "divinely beautiful".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2022. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Astryd is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Astryd popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2022 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3970, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2022, with 5 births.
This profile covers 5 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2022 to 2022. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Astryd is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 5 living people in the UK are called Astryd. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2023 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Astryd ranked #3970 for girls in England and Wales in 2022, with 5 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2022, when 5 girls were registered as Astryd.
- • About 5 living people in the UK are estimated to have Astryd as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3970
2022
Births in 2022
5
Latest year
Peak year
2022
5 births
Estimated living
5
2026
Meaning
What does Astryd mean?
The name Astryd is of Old Norse origin, derived from the elements "ans" meaning "god" and "friðr" meaning "beautiful" or "fair." It was a popular name among the Vikings, particularly in Scandinavia, during the 8th to 11th centuries. The name is believed to have been introduced to the region by the invading Norse settlers and Vikings.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Astryd can be found in the Icelandic Sagas, a collection of historical tales and legends from the 13th century. In the Saga of the Greenlanders, there is a character named Astryd, the wife of Thorstein Eiriksson, who was the daughter of a prominent Viking chieftain.
In the Middle Ages, the name Astryd was commonly used in Scandinavia, particularly in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark. It was often associated with nobility and strength, reflecting the Viking heritage and the admiration for the gods in Norse mythology.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Astryd. One of the most famous was Astryd Lindgren (1907-2002), the renowned Swedish author who wrote the beloved children's book series featuring Pippi Longstocking. Her works have been translated into numerous languages and have inspired generations of readers.
Another notable Astryd was Astryd Varnay (1918-2006), a Swedish-American opera singer known for her powerful soprano voice and her performances in Wagner operas. She was particularly acclaimed for her portrayal of Brünnhilde in Der Ring des Nibelungen.
In the realm of sports, Astryd Ayres (born 1957) was a Swedish swimmer who represented her country in the 1976 and 1980 Olympic Games, winning a silver medal in the 400-meter individual medley in 1976.
The name Astryd has also been associated with royalty. Astryd of Sweden (1905-1935) was a Swedish princess who married King Leopold III of Belgium. She tragically passed away at a young age in a car accident, but her legacy lives on through her descendants.
Lastly, Astryd Lindgren (1886-1973), a Norwegian painter and illustrator, was renowned for her vibrant and expressive artwork depicting scenes from Norwegian folklore and rural life. Her works are celebrated for capturing the essence of Norwegian culture and traditions.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Astryd by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Astryd was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #3970 | 5 | 1 |
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FAQ
Astryd: questions and answers
How popular is the name Astryd in the UK right now?
In 2022, Astryd was ranked #3970 for girls in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.
When was Astryd most popular?
The peak year on record was 2022, with 5 babies registered as Astryd in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Astryd?
A feminine name of Scandinavian origin meaning "divinely beautiful".
How many people are called Astryd in the UK?
A total of 5 babies have been registered as Astryd across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.