Rising since 1989, #1,611 for girls today.
Popularity of Asma since 1971
Babies named Asma per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 86 |
| 1980s | 257 |
| 1990s | 400 |
| 2000s | 574 |
| 2010s | 824 |
| 2020s | 606 |
Meaning & origin
Asma is an Arabic feminine name rooted in the word for 'supreme' or 'more eminent'. It entered U.S. records in 1971 and has seen a gradual rise in popularity, especially since the late 1980s. By 2025, it ranked 1611 nationally, with 1 in 12,459 newborn girls receiving the name. Its peak year so far is 2025, reflecting a steady upward trajectory. The name is most frequently chosen by families in Minnesota, Washington, and Virginia. Asma carries strong cultural and religious heritage, particularly within Muslim communities, and its soft, melodic sound has contributed to its enduring appeal across diverse populations.
Asma is the feminine form of the Arabic name Asma', meaning 'supreme' or 'more eminent'. It has been used across the Arabic-speaking world for centuries and is particularly associated with early Islamic history, as Asma bint Abu Bakr was a companion of the Prophet Muhammad and daughter of the first caliph.
Where Asma is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Asma” around the world
Where Asma lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
330
babies in 2024
Quebec
5
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Somi, Asi
Variants: Asma', Asmaa
Sibling names for Asma
Names that share Asma's style, for a brother or sister.
