Aspasia

The first name Aspasia is female and means 'the welcome one.' This name has its roots in ancient Greek, where aspásios (ἀσπάσιος) stands for 'welcome, delighted.' Aspasia is a historically significant name that originates from ancient Greece.

What does the name Aspasia mean?

Aspasia is a female name that means 'the welcome one' and originates from ancient Greek. The name's roots lie in the term aspásios (ἀσπάσιος), which translates to 'welcome, delighted.' A notable person with this name was the philosopher Aspasia of Miletus, who lived around 420 BC and was the partner of Pericles. Aspasia remains a common name today, particularly in Greece.

Where does the name Aspasia come from?

The name Aspasia has its roots in ancient Greek and carries the meaning 'the welcome one.' The

How do you pronounce Aspasia?

The name Aspasia has a three-syllable and harmonious sound. In German pronunciation, it is usually rendered as 'As-pa-si-a' [aspaˈziːa], with the emphasis on the third syllable featuring a long 'i.' The bright sound gives the name a lightness, while the open 'a' vowels gently frame it, providing a harmonious ending. Aspasia thus sounds melodic and cultured – clearly structured yet elegant in overall tone.

Popularity

In Germany, Aspasia is a rather rare first name. In 2023, it ranked 5,633rd on the list of the most common female baby names. The name achieved its best ranking in 2010, coming in at 2,348th place. Over the last ten years, Aspasia has been given as a first name approximately 20 times, placing it 5,874th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 5,639th.

Nicknames & pet names

Aspa / Assi / Pasi / Sia

Famous people

• Aspasia Manos (wife of Greek King Alexander I)
• Aspasia Matsa (Greek tennis player)
• Aspazija (pronounced Aspásia) (Latvian writer)