Rising since 1992, #3,513 for boys today.
Popularity of Ashur since 1979
Babies named Ashur per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 18 |
| 1990s | 39 |
| 2000s | 179 |
| 2010s | 314 |
| 2020s | 239 |
Meaning & origin
Ashur is a rare name in the United States, first recorded in 1979 and rising in usage since 1992. In 2025 it ranked 3,513th, with roughly 1 in 53,377 boys receiving the name. Its peak year so far was 2024, indicating growing but still sparse adoption. The name is most common in California. Its dual heritage, from the Assyrian god and the Arabic term for a sacred Islamic day, gives it cultural depth for families seeking a name with ancient roots.
Ashur has dual origins. In Assyrian context, it is the name of the chief deity of the Assyrian pantheon and the ancient city of Ashur. In Arabic, it is derived from 'ashura', meaning tenth, referring to the tenth day of Muharram in the Islamic calendar. The name has been used by both Assyrian Christians and Muslim families, though its modern usage in the United States is rare.
Where Ashur is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Assur, Asher
Sibling names for Ashur
Names that share Ashur's style, for a brother or sister.
