Asani Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-SAH-nee / əˈsɑːniAfrican; Swahili
Meaning
African: 'one who is born during a storm'; Swahili: 'to be strong'
Historical & Cultural Background
In African cultures, names often reflect significant events or circumstances surrounding a child's birth, with Asani symbolizing resilience. In Swahili, the name emphasizes strength and fortitude, qualities valued in many communities.
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Variants
- Asani
- Asany
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Asani was first seen in the United States in 1999. Asani has ranked as high as #1309 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Georgia, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Asani has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Asani (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 8 | |
| CA | 5 | |
| MI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 21 |
| 2023 | 43 |
| 2024 | 51 |