Asa Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationAY-sah / ˈeɪsəHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: physician; English: a variant of Asa
Historical & Cultural Background
Asa is a name of Hebrew origin, commonly associated with the biblical figure Asa, who was a king of Judah. The name has been used in various cultures, including English-speaking countries, where it has gained popularity in recent years. Asa is often chosen for its strong biblical roots and its simple, classic sound.
Trend Summary
Asa has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ace
- Aza
International Variants
- Asa (Japanese)
- Asa (Swedish)
Famous people named Asa
Asa Gray was an American botanist known for his work in plant taxonomy and his influence on the field of botany.
Asa Butterfield is a British actor recognized for his roles in films such as 'Hugo' and the series 'Sex Education.'.
Asa Packer was an American businessman and philanthropist, known for founding Lehigh University.
Asa Hutchinson is an American politician who served as the governor of Arkansas.
Fictional characters named Asa
Asa is a character in the video game 'Fire Emblem: Three Houses,' known for his strategic abilities.
Asa is a character in the novel 'The Last Wish' by Andrzej Sapkowski, part of the Witcher series.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Asa was first seen in the United States in 1880. Asa has ranked as high as #781 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Georgia, North Carolina, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Asa has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Asa (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 47 | |
GA | 37 | |
NC | 34 | |
CA | 32 | |
WA | 28 | |
FL | 28 | |
MO | 26 | |
VA | 26 | |
OH | 25 | |
MI | 22 | |
NY | 22 | |
IL | 21 | |
IN | 20 | |
PA | 20 | |
TN | 20 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 60 |
1881 | 65 |
1882 | 62 |
1883 | 61 |
1884 | 43 |
1885 | 43 |
1886 | 52 |
1887 | 51 |
1888 | 58 |
1889 | 37 |
1890 | 48 |
1891 | 46 |
1892 | 58 |
1893 | 43 |
1894 | 37 |
1895 | 40 |
1896 | 32 |
1897 | 47 |
1898 | 31 |
1899 | 30 |
1900 | 30 |
1901 | 25 |
1902 | 21 |
1903 | 26 |
1904 | 24 |
1905 | 22 |
1906 | 17 |
1907 | 39 |
1908 | 24 |
1909 | 16 |
1910 | 30 |
1911 | 25 |
1912 | 47 |
1913 | 58 |
1914 | 73 |
1915 | 109 |
1916 | 99 |
1917 | 86 |
1918 | 117 |
1919 | 88 |
1920 | 105 |
1921 | 103 |
1922 | 101 |
1923 | 118 |
1924 | 106 |
1925 | 87 |
1926 | 104 |
1927 | 107 |
1928 | 92 |
1929 | 72 |
1930 | 78 |
1931 | 68 |
1932 | 52 |
1933 | 72 |
1934 | 79 |
1935 | 65 |
1936 | 59 |
1937 | 65 |
1938 | 60 |
1939 | 50 |
1940 | 53 |
1941 | 60 |
1942 | 56 |
1943 | 56 |
1944 | 51 |
1945 | 37 |
1946 | 41 |
1947 | 63 |
1948 | 58 |
1949 | 51 |
1950 | 48 |
1951 | 48 |
1952 | 49 |
1953 | 46 |
1954 | 42 |
1955 | 41 |
1956 | 46 |
1957 | 43 |
1958 | 44 |
1959 | 31 |
1960 | 46 |
1961 | 40 |
1962 | 51 |
1963 | 42 |
1964 | 36 |
1965 | 41 |
1966 | 39 |
1967 | 33 |
1968 | 41 |
1969 | 43 |
1970 | 58 |
1971 | 47 |
1972 | 47 |
1973 | 52 |
1974 | 69 |
1975 | 61 |
1976 | 80 |
1977 | 79 |
1978 | 78 |
1979 | 99 |
1980 | 135 |
1981 | 154 |
1982 | 140 |
1983 | 143 |
1984 | 118 |
1985 | 141 |
1986 | 102 |
1987 | 126 |
1988 | 148 |
1989 | 183 |
1990 | 161 |
1991 | 170 |
1992 | 156 |
1993 | 154 |
1994 | 176 |
1995 | 180 |
1996 | 165 |
1997 | 197 |
1998 | 192 |
1999 | 245 |
2000 | 275 |
2001 | 286 |
2002 | 276 |
2003 | 302 |
2004 | 301 |
2005 | 348 |
2006 | 380 |
2007 | 398 |
2008 | 386 |
2009 | 478 |
2010 | 432 |
2011 | 464 |
2012 | 461 |
2013 | 479 |
2014 | 544 |
2015 | 540 |
2016 | 575 |
2017 | 595 |
2018 | 566 |
2019 | 567 |
2020 | 574 |
2021 | 593 |
2022 | 683 |
2023 | 591 |
2024 | 645 |