Holding steady.
Popularity of Ashantae since 1989
Babies named Ashantae per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 29 |
| 2000s | 70 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Ashantae is a rare modern given name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1989. It reached its peak usage in 2002, though it has never entered the national top 1000. The name has maintained a stable trajectory since the 2000s, suggesting a small but consistent presence. Its origin is uncertain, but it is likely a creative variation of Ashanti, referencing the Ashanti people of Ghana. As a 21st-century coinage, it reflects the trend of invented names in African American naming culture. No states recorded a notably high concentration of the name.
Ashantae is a modern invented name, likely created in the late 20th century. It may be a variant of Ashanti, the name of an African ethnic group, or a blend of elements like 'Ash' and 'Antae'. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1989 and has seen modest use since.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ash, Tae
Sibling names for Ashantae
Names that share Ashantae's style, for a brother or sister.
