Asya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Asya is of Hebrew origin, derived from the name Asiyah, meaning 'to make' or 'to do'. It has evolved from Hebrew to modern English usage and is associated with positive traits such as happiness and creativity. While it has no direct biblical relevance, it is linked to the Hebrew name Asher. The name has seen increased popularity in the 20th century, especially in Eastern Europe, and remains a unique choice today.
The name Asya is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Asya has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Asya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7786th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2882nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2533rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3928th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Asya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Asya"
Pronunciation
/ˈeɪʃə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Asya is derived from the Hebrew name 'Asiyah', which means 'to make' or 'to do'. It is often associated with the feminine form of the Hebrew name 'Asher', meaning 'happy' or 'blessed'.
Meaning
to make, to do, happy, blessed
Language Evolution
Asiyah (Hebrew), Asya (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Asya gained popularity in various cultures and languages, particularly in Eastern Europe and among Jewish communities, during the 20th century as a feminine variant of Asher.
Variants & Derivatives
Asya, Asiyah, Asha
Modern Popularity & Image
Asya is often perceived as a modern and unique name, reflecting a sense of creativity and individuality. It is relatively uncommon in Western countries but is more popular in Eastern Europe and among some Jewish communities.
Famous People
Asya Cohen, a prominent artist, Asya D, a well-known musician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Asya"
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 "Asya"
"Asya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7786th of 19264 | 80 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2882nd of 27321 | 600 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2533rd of 35406 | 1,067 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3928th of 30306 | 457 |
Regional Popularity of "Asya" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Asya" 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) |
73.89% 2723rd/3685 |
58.35% 2611th/4475 |
55.58% 2887th/5194 |
61.20% 3866th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
65.47% 3000th/4582 |
63.07% 3257th/5164 |
29.99% 2193rd/7313 |
58.72% 4382nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
56.10% 2517th/4487 |
56.89% 3881st/6822 |
61.84% 3881st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Asya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Asya" 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.