Astrid
[as-trid; Norwegian ahs-tree]
- a female given name: from Scandinavian, meaning “divine strength.”
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Examples from the Web for astrid
Contemporary Examples
He was an amazing father,” said Astrid, 30, at the time of his death, “To everyone who knew him, he was a legend.
Astrid was one of a handful of guests at the Duchess of Cambridge's hen night party last year.
Astrid Grahn-Farley wrote in her school notebook, “me and mommy wait long line for presdint obama.”
Run while listening to Astrid Gilberto signing Brazilian jazz.
Historical Examples
But when they were come to the forest led he them away from where Astrid was.
On Susanna's entrance into the room Mrs. Astrid turned hastily to her.
Strife and PeaceFredrika Bremer
Then came Mrs. Astrid; then Susanna; then Harald, who carried his arm in a sling.
Strife and PeaceFredrika Bremer
Mrs. Astrid excused herself, but besought Harald and Susanna to drive there.
Strife and PeaceFredrika Bremer
Mrs. Astrid appeared to be indifferent to everything around her here.
Strife and PeaceFredrika Bremer
Word Origin and History for astrid
Astrid
fem. proper name, from Norse, related to Old High German Ansitruda, from ansi "god" (see Asgard) + trut "beloved, dear."
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