Asha

Girl's name

Asha is a Sanskrit name meaning "hope" or "desire." It is derived from the Sanskrit word "aśa," which carries similar meanings.

Meaning Hope
Origin Sanskrit
U.S. births in 2023 197
Peak year 2000

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Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Asha Bhosle - Indian playback singer.
  • Asha Parekh - Bollywood actress and film producer.
  • Asha Negi - Indian television actress.
  • Asha Sarath - Indian actress and dancer.
  • Asha Rangappa - American lawyer and CNN analyst.

Sisters for Asha

Girl names closely related to Asha

Leela Hana Simone Aliya Mina Tara Sonya Colette

Brothers for Asha

Boy names closely related to Asha

Rohan Maximilian Eugene Neil Idris Vincent Ari Anton

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Asha

Esperanza

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