US Popularity:915
Origin:Hebrew
Other Origin(s):Norse, Japanese
Meaning:Doctor; Healer; God; Morning; Hemp
Asa is a gender-neutral name of Hebrew origin, meaning “doctor" and "healer.” The name Asa stems from the Biblical mention of King Asa, the third ruler of Judah and fifth king of the House of David. A faithful ruler beloved by his subjects, Asa was pretty tight with God for the most part. The name Asa also has roots in Old Norse, where it's a feminine name derived from the element áss, “god,” and spelt as Ása. With its Japanese connections, this moniker can also mean "morning," or "hemp," and can celebrate your little one's earthy spirit or dazzling, dawn-like demeanor. A name drenched in divine energy, Asa is a wonderful choice for baby if you want them to aspire to heal the world.

Asa Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Asa is currently #336 on The Bump
Boy:Asa is currently #196 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Asa is currently #241 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Asa is currently #915 in U.S. births
Boy:Asa is currently #509 in U.S. births
Girl:Asa is currently #2165 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#2165
in 2023
- 61
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
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