Asbury Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Asbury has Old English roots, meaning 'fortress by the ash tree'. It evolved from early forms such as Æscburh. The name has a positive connotation linked to heritage and historical significance, particularly within the Methodist community, although it does not have a direct biblical reference.
The name Asbury is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South 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, Asbury has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Asbury' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1931st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2847th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4154th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9331st out of 10718 names. Discover how the name 'Asbury' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Asbury"
Pronunciation
/ˈæzbəri/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Asbury is derived from the Old English elements 'æsc', meaning 'ash tree', and 'burh', meaning 'fortress' or 'town'. Thus, it can be interpreted to mean 'fortress by the ash tree'.
Meaning
fortress by the ash tree
Language Evolution
Æscburh, Asbury, Asberie
Historical Usage
Asbury gained popularity in the 18th century, particularly in the United States, due to the influence of the Methodist movement and notable figures such as Francis Asbury, an early Methodist bishop.
Variants & Derivatives
Asberie, Asburry, Asber
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Asbury is often associated with heritage and tradition, particularly in relation to Methodist history, and is viewed positively due to its historical significance.
Famous People
Francis Asbury, Asbury Park, New Jersey, Asbury Theological Seminary
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Asbury"
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 "Asbury"
"Asbury" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1931st of 7545 | 266 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2847th of 6773 | 130 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4154th of 7552 | 63 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 9331st of 10718 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Asbury" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
62.76% 1485th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
77.71% 2217th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Asbury" 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 "Asbury"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Asbury" 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.