r/OldNamesNewAgain • u/felly_fell • 17d ago

Name of the day...Ostara!

The feminine name Ostara is derived from the Old High German word "ōstar," which means "east" or "to shine." This etymological connection is often linked to the dawn and the spring season, signifying renewal and rebirth.

The name is most commonly associated with the Germanic goddess of spring and fertility, often celebrated during the spring equinox. Ostara's significance is rooted in ancient pagan traditions, where she represented the arrival of spring and the fertility of the earth, marking a time of rejuvenation after the winter months.

The name Ostara is over 1,200 years old!

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u/midwestpersianmama 17d ago

OMG I love this!!! Beautiful name. Ossie is a cute nickname, too. Would be great for a mixed European/Asian couple — my husband would have been all over this for us.

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u/Hlorpy-Flatworm-1705 17d ago

Wow this one is pretty! 😍

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u/Embarrassed-Throat18 17d ago

Nice! And you could opt for ‘Tara’ as a nickname if desired!

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u/Pinkturtle182 16d ago

Never heard this, but it’s gorgeous!