Asenath

“gift of the sun”

Egypt origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#7683US 2023

14Births / yr

↑Rising

430All-time births

📅 Since 189600

How to pronounce Asenath

AZ·EN·ut·EE·AYCH

/ˈæz.ˈɛn.ət.ˈiː.ˈeɪtʃ/ · stress on AZ · 5 syllables

“gift of the sun”

Egypt origin · Girl name

What does Asenath mean and where does it come from?

Asenath is of Hebrew origin but also has Egyptian roots. In the Bible, Asenath is mentioned as the wife of Joseph and the mother of Ephraim and Manasseh. The name is believed to mean 'gift of the sun' in Hebrew, which connects to its roots in Egyptian mythology where the name might mean 'belonging t

Cultural significance

Asenath has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Egypt-speaking communities, where it reflects values of gift of the sun.

Peak popularity

Reached #1198 in 1941 — currently #7683 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Asenath?

Asenath works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Asenath Grace

How popular is Asenath right now?

Rising fast — up 402 spots — currently #7683 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#7683 · Top 5.7%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7683	14	▲ up 402 · +8% births
2022	#8085	13	▲ up 2299 · +44% births
2021	#10384	9	▲ up 1719 · +29% births
2020	#12103	7	▼ down 3641 · -46% births
2015	#8462	13	▲ up 2512 · +44% births
2005	#10974	9	▲ up 2089 · +80% births
1990	#13063	5	▼ down 2544
1980	#10519	5	▼ down 5212 · -17% births
1955	#5307	6	▼ down 471
1950	#4836	6	▼ down 1631 · -33% births
1945	#3205	9	▼ down 180
1940	#3025	9	▲ up 1102 · +29% births
1925	#4127	7	▼ down 579
1915	#3548	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Asenath

Best Year1940Rank #3025

Peak Count14

Average Rank#7523

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202314 years

The story of Asenath

Asenath has been a beloved American name for over 128 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1896. With 430 total births recorded, Asenath remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3548 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #7683 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Asenath in 1941:

Mary Barbara Patricia Carol Linda

Asenath by decade

Asenath peaked in the 1940s. See all 1940s names →

Decade	Births
1890s	6
1900s	5
1910s	19
1920s	7
1940s ★	164
1950s	30
1960s	6
1970s	18
1980s	25
1990s	20
2000s	29
2010s	94
2020s	7

💎Asenath has only 430 total recorded births since 1896 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Asenath?

Common

AseAsAsieAsyEnath

What names sound and feel like Asenath?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Asenath also consider these

Aseneth

Hebrew · Hebrew

Asenith

Hebrew · אסנת - Esonet

Asenat

Hebrew · Belonging to the

Ashmath

Sanskrit · A Sanskrit name

Adinath

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Hasnath

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Daberath

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Aynath

Arabic · A Arabic name

How is Asenath written in other languages?

אָסְנַת

Ancient Hebrew

Common questions about the name Asenath

What does the name Asenath mean?

Asenath means "gift of the sun" — a name rooted in Egypt tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Asenath?

Asenath is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Asenath have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Asenath?

Asenath originates from Egypt tradition. Egypt names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Asenath?

Asenath is a 5-syllable name pronounced AE1 Z EH1 N AH0 T IY1 EY1 CH. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Asenath?

Asenath pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Egypt heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.