Holding steady.
Popularity of Ashantee since 1995
Babies named Ashantee per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 31 |
| 2000s | 90 |
| 2010s | 7 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Ashantee is a rare given name in the United States, first recorded in 1995. It reached its peak popularity in 2002, but has never entered the top 1,000 names, indicating it remains a unique choice. The name is likely derived from the Ashanti people of Ghana, an Akan ethnic group with a rich cultural heritage. Though its exact etymology is uncertain, Ashantee is often considered a variant of the more common Ashanti. The name has maintained a stable trajectory since the 2000s, with occasional use across the country, though no single state shows a strong concentration. For parents seeking a name with African roots and a melodic sound, Ashantee offers a distinctive and meaningful option.
Ashantee likely derives from the Ashanti (or Asante) people of Ghana, an Akan ethnic group. The name may have been adopted as a given name in the West through cultural exposure, possibly as a place name or ethnic name. It saw occasional use in the United States beginning in the 1990s, often as a feminine name.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ash, Shan, Tee
Variants: Ashanti, Asantee
Sibling names for Ashantee
Names that share Ashantee's style, for a brother or sister.
