Estrid
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- Estrid
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Estrid is a female first name that is considered a Danish and Swedish variant of Astrid.
What does the name Estrid mean?
The name Estrid, a female designation, is regarded as the Danish and Swedish form of Astrid. Its meanings include 'the beautiful goddess', 'the divine beauty', as well as 'the divine peace' or 'peace of the Aesir'. The origin of the name lies in the Old Norse language. It consists of the elements áss, which means 'the Aesir', 'the god', or 'the deity', and fríðr, which means 'beautiful', 'beloved', or 'peaceful'. Additionally, Estrid is occasionally interpreted as a Hungarian variant of Esther, meaning 'the star' or 'the radiant one'. Historically, Estrid was a name reserved for the nobility, while the general population had to use the name Astrid, as mentioned in the book 'Viking King' by Sven Estridson. Other variants of the name include Asfrid, Asta, Assa (Norse), Asztoka (Hungarian), Astrud, Asztrid (Hungarian), and Astryda (Polish). For boys, there is the name Asti, for example.
Where does the name Estrid come from?
The name Estrid has its roots in Old Norse and Old Swedish, with meanings such as 'the divine peace' or 'the divine beauty'.
How do you pronounce Estrid?
The pronunciation of Estrid is two syllables and of Nordic origin: 'Es-trid' [ˈɛstʁɪt]. The combination of the consonants 'str' creates a distinctive and intense sound. The short, darker 'i' and the strong final consonant give the name a certain seriousness and permanence. Estrid has a powerful and clear sound that feels archaic, concentrated, and radiates a cool elegance.
When is the name day of Estrid?
The name days for Estrid fall on April 13, July 30, August 10, November 27, and December 12.
Popularity
In Germany, Estrid is a rare first name that has not yet appeared in the German name popularity lists. Its best placement was in 2023, when it ranked 130th in the name charts in Sweden. Over the past ten years, Estrid has been chosen as a first name about 590 times there, earning it 168th place in the ten-year statistics. From 1998 to 2024, it ranks 252nd in Sweden.
Nicknames & pet names
Etti
Similar first names
Famous people
- Estrid Ericson (Swedish designer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Estrid
Where does the name Estrid come from?
The name Estrid has its roots in Old Norse and Old Swedish and is used in Danish and Swedish.
What does the name Estrid mean?
Estrid is regarded as the Danish and Swedish form of Astrid and means among other things 'the beautiful goddess' and 'the divine peace'.
How popular is the name Estrid?
Estrid has gained popularity in recent years, especially in Scandinavian countries, where it is often perceived as a classic and elegant name.