Find out how popular the first name Astrin has been for the last 1 years (from 1982 to 1982) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Astrin by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Astrin is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1982, there were 8 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Astrin.

The history of the first name Astrin

The name Astrin has its origins in the ancient Indo-European language family, specifically tracing back to the Proto-Indo-European root word "astr-", meaning "star" or "celestial body". This root word is also the source of words like "astral", "asteroid", and "astronomy" in various modern languages.

The name Astrin is believed to have first appeared in the region now known as northern India and parts of Central Asia during the late Bronze Age, around 1500-1000 BCE. It was likely used by nomadic tribes and early civilizations in this region, who held a deep reverence for the stars and celestial phenomena.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Astrin can be found in the ancient Sanskrit epic, the Mahabharata, which dates back to around the 8th or 9th century BCE. In this epic, Astrin is mentioned as the name of a minor character, a warrior who fought alongside the Pandava princes.

In the centuries that followed, the name Astrin continued to be used sporadically across various cultures and regions, particularly in parts of modern-day Iran, Afghanistan, and Central Asia. It was often associated with astronomy, astrology, and the worship of celestial deities.

One notable historical figure bearing the name Astrin was a Persian astronomer and mathematician who lived in the 9th century CE. He is credited with making significant contributions to the development of trigonometry and the study of celestial mechanics.

Another individual of note was Astrin of Khwarezm, a scholar and philosopher from the 11th century CE, who wrote extensively on topics ranging from metaphysics to ethics. He is considered an important figure in the intellectual history of the region.

In the 13th century, there was a prominent military commander named Astrin who served under the Mongol ruler Genghis Khan. He was known for his strategic prowess and played a crucial role in the Mongol conquest of Central Asia.

During the Renaissance period in Europe, the name Astrin resurfaced briefly, likely due to the renewed interest in classical literature and the study of astronomy. One notable figure from this time was Astrin Galilei, an Italian astronomer and mathematician born in 1564, who was a contemporary of the famous Galileo Galilei.

In more recent times, the name Astrin has remained relatively uncommon, although it has been used sporadically in various parts of the world, particularly in regions with cultural ties to the Indo-European linguistic tradition.

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