English · Greek

Aster

Pronounced AS-terShare

Meaning: Aster flower; star

  • Gender-neutral
  • Rare gem
  • 2 syllables

The story

A flower name derived through Latin from the Greek word for star. Its botanical use gives a shared nature reference for children of more than one gender.

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Aster comes from English and Greek.

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