Rising since 2014, #2,077 for boys today.
Popularity of Asai since 2012
Babies named Asai per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 74 |
| 2020s | 253 |
Meaning & origin
Asai is a modern name that entered U.S. records in 2012, reflecting contemporary naming creativity. As of 2025, it ranks 2,077 with a frequency of 1 in 24,057 births. Its trajectory shows steady growth since 2014, reaching its peak in 2025. The name is most common in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and North Carolina. Because it is a recent coinage, its etymology is uncertain, likely a blend or respelling drawing on fashionable sounds. It represents the ongoing trend of unique, invented names in American culture.
Asai is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2012. It may be a creative spelling or combination based on sounds from names like Asa or Kai, or inspired by the Japanese surname Asai, but it is not a traditional given name in any established culture. Its usage has been rising since 2014, indicating contemporary coinage.
Where Asai is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Sibling names for Asai
Names that share Asai's style, for a brother or sister.
