Ashok
a-shok
US Popularity:25191
Origin:Sanskrit
Other Origin(s):Indian
Meaning:Without sorrow; Freed from grief
Ashok is a male-given name of Hindu and Sanskrit origin. Meaning “without sorrow” in Sanskrit and “freed from grief” in Hindu, this is sure to be true for a bouncing little one. The name is a variant of "Ashoka," relating to the last emperor of the Maurya Dynasty in India. King Ashoka was known as "The Great" for his model ruling based on compassion and peace, which left a lasting historical impact on the empire. Embracing the virtues of Dharma, King Ashoka treated his kingdom with benevolence, paving the way for a sunny life for baby Ashok. With a name like this, baby Ashok is destined to be a source of happiness for parents, just as its namesake's predecessor.
How Popular Is The Name Ashok?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Ashok is currently #3490 on The Bump
Boy:Ashok is currently #1963 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Ashok is currently #25191 in U.S. births
Boy:Ashok is currently #12200 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2025
#12200
in 2025
+ 122
from 2018
Sources
Behind the Name, Ashok, December 2017
Behind the Name, Ashoka, December 2017
Ancestry, Ashok Family History
Wisdom Library, Ashok
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