Declining since 2012, #10,107 for girls today.
Popularity of Aashna since 1993
Babies named Aashna per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 65 |
| 2000s | 286 |
| 2010s | 304 |
| 2020s | 51 |
Meaning & origin
Aashna first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1993 and saw its peak usage in 2013 (rank 10,107 in 2025, 1 in 178,585 babies). It has been gradually falling in popularity since about 2012, following a modest rise during the 2000s and early 2010s. The name has not charted among the top states, remaining relatively uncommon across all regions. Its origins are somewhat uncertain, with a possible Sanskrit derivation meaning devoted or beloved, but this is not firmly established.
Aashna is a name of debated origin. It may have roots in Sanskrit, possibly from the word 'aashna' meaning 'devoted' or 'beloved', but this derivation is not firmly established. The name gained use in English-speaking countries through the Indian diaspora in the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ash, Ashna
Variants: Ashna
Sibling names for Aashna
Names that share Aashna's style, for a brother or sister.
