Astra dog name - meaning, origin, personality and popularity

Astra is a fitting name for a dog meaning "star" in Latin. This celestial-inspired name conjures images of beauty, elegance, and brightness, making it a perfect choice for a beloved pet.

Popularity of the name

• #991 most popular dog name
• Most popular gender: Female
• Most popular breed: mix

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About dogs named Astra

The following are 12 profiles of dogs named Astra from our database of 48 dogs with the name Astra.

• “Energetic 25lb Puggle! She is a rescue & is normally frightened by loud sounds & men“

  — James D.

• “I’m a good natured pup but I am not so confident, and am scared of strangers.“

  — Alexis O.

• “Our crazy six month old Black Lab Boxer mix. The most curious and confident little puppy around.“

  — Jennifer N.

• “I love to chase other dogs and I love sniffing anything and everything. I’m a bit clingy to mom and dad but I sometimes like to neat new people and get hugs and pets from them!“

  — Jordan D.

• “Hi! My name is Astra and I am a rambunctious puppy! I am working on my manners and enjoying life one treat at a time“

  — David G.

• “I love people, playing catch with my yellow rubber ring and sniffing! I have a lot of energy and have a very strong herding and prey instinct. I don’t bark much, except at dogs I don’t know.“

  — Ann D.

• “Astra is a people-friendly (and most dogs) 50lb Shepherd mix with a sweet disposition and a high sniff and chase drive. She's born to run and play!“

  — John C.

• “Hi I’m Astra I love running and swimming but fetch is by far my favourite game. The lab in me really comes out and I will stare at my ball until you pick it up and throw it! I love playing with my friends but I am wary of new dogs because some beat me up once and it was really scary. I am still friendly but I only like playing with my friends in a group otherwise new dogs it’s best as just me and them 1:1“

  — T’Kaya R.

• “I love to run and feel the wind on my face! I’m just happy to run wild and explore on my own or play with other dogs. I love people and want everyone to stop and say hi to me. Very little scares me, but I will ask my mom for help if I don’t know how to handle something.“

  — Anna J.

• “My names Astra! I’m a very shy pit bull mix and I’ll be 3 in January. I love my pale Meeko and Im always right at his side for any exploring or adventure.“

  — Lacey W.

• “Sassy but sweet, Astra likes to herd! She loves to be with her brother Atlas, and is wonderful with children, adults, and other dogs. We foster dogs and Astra loves to take on the “mother” role.“

  — Dana B.

• “I am a crazy husky puppy with 2 sisters I adore & love to harass!“

  — Mikala K.

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