Guides & tips ✦
Original tips and guides to help you choose the perfect name for your baby, written with love by the Astra team.
Names with meaning
Why meaning matters and how to choose one with soul.
Uncommon names
How to choose a unique, beautiful name without the hassle.
The origin of names
A journey through cultures: Hebrew, Greek, Nahuatl, and more.
Nature & cosmos
Names of the moon, stars, flowers, sea, and earth.
Mythology names
Gods, goddesses, and heroes with their meaning.
Trends 2026
Which names are trending this year.
Short vs. long
Which suits you best? The perks of each.
Sibling names
How to choose names that match between siblings.
Matching surnames
So the first and last names sound in harmony.
Common mistakes
The most frequent slip-ups and how to avoid them.
How to choose the name
A practical step-by-step guide to decide.
Numerology of names
What the numbers 1 to 9 mean in a name.