"Astérix" meaning in French

See Astérix in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Proper name

IPA: /as.te.ʁiks/ Audio: LL-Q150 (fra)-Lepticed7-Astérix.wav
Etymology: Humorous modification of astérisque (“asterisk”) in imitation of the numerous Gaulish names ending in *rīx (“king”). Etymology templates: {{der|fr|cel-gau|-}} Gaulish Head templates: {{fr-proper noun|m}} Astérix m
  1. Asterix (the comic character) Tags: masculine
    Sense id: en-Astérix-fr-name-lh3Mn-vX Categories (other): French entries with incorrect language header

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