Aspasia
as-PAY-zhə
A Greek name meaning “welcome,” long associated with intelligence, beauty, and classical elegance.
Meaning
Aspasia is generally taken from Greek words meaning “welcome” or “pleasing.” The excerpts also connect it with the famous Aspasia of Miletus, admired in antiquity for her wit, eloquence, and beauty, which helped give the name its cultured classical feel.
Origin
Greekfeminine
Fun fact
In the 17th century, Aspasia was sometimes chosen as a literary, classical-style name of praise for admired women.