Aasim Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aasim is an Arabic name meaning 'protector' or 'guardian'. It evolved from the Arabic root 'A-S-M' and has been in use for centuries. The name is positively perceived in modern contexts, associated with strong leadership qualities. It does not have a biblical background.
The name Aasim is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aasim has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Aasim' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7263rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11418th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8408th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3448th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Aasim' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aasim"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːsɪm/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Aasim derives from the Arabic root 'A-S-M', which means 'to protect' or 'to safeguard'. It is often associated with someone who is a protector or a guardian.
Meaning
protector, guardian
Language Evolution
Aasim, Asim
Historical Usage
The name Aasim has been used in Arabic-speaking cultures for centuries and has gained popularity in various regions due to its positive connotation of protection and safeguarding.
Variants & Derivatives
Asim, Asem, Assem
Modern Popularity & Image
Aasim is currently viewed as a strong and positive name, often associated with leadership and protective qualities in contemporary society.
Famous People
Aasim Muhammad, Aasim Al-Muqaddim
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aasim"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aasim"
"Aasim" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7263rd of 10718 | 24 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 11418th of 16616 | 22 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 8408th of 24088 | 118 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3448th of 23106 | 389 |
Regional Popularity of "Aasim" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
64.60% 3336th/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
34.70% 1557th/4487 |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Aasim" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aasim"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aasim" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.