Holding steady, #10,917 for girls today.
Popularity of Achsah since 1890
Babies named Achsah per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2024, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Achsah's real moment was 1890.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 12 |
| 1900s | 5 |
| 1910s | 18 |
| 1920s | 13 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 18 |
| 2020s | 35 |
Meaning & origin
Achsah is a rare biblical name that has seen little use since the 19th century. In its peak year of 1890, it recorded its highest U.S. frequency, but by 2025 it ranked 10,917th, with an incidence of about 1 in 200,908 births. The name appears in the Book of Joshua as the daughter of Caleb, and its etymology remains uncertain, often linked to the Hebrew word for 'anklet'. Despite its obscurity, it offers a distinctive Old Testament choice for parents seeking a traditional name with historical depth.
Achsah is a biblical name from the Old Testament, appearing in the Book of Joshua as the daughter of Caleb. The name is often linked to the Hebrew word 'eksah' meaning 'anklet' or 'bangle', though some scholars consider the etymology uncertain. It has been used sparingly among English-speaking Christians, especially in the 19th century.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Aksah, Achsa
Sibling names for Achsah
Names that share Achsah's style, for a brother or sister.
