Ashara

“ten”

Arabic origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#13647US 2023

6Births / yr

↑Rising

200All-time births

📅 Since 198700

How to pronounce Ashara

ASH·AR·uh

/ˈæʃ.ˈær.ə/ · stress on ASH · 3 syllables

“ten”

Arabic origin · Girl name

What does Ashara mean and where does it come from?

Ashara is a name of Arabic and Hebrew origin. In Arabic, it refers to the number ten, symbolizing completeness or wholeness. In Hebrew contexts, it can connote happiness. The name is not exceedingly common but has been adopted in various cultures, particularly among parents seeking meaningful names

Cultural significance

Ashara has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of ten.

Peak popularity

Reached #6550 in 1991 — currently #13647 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Ashara?

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

Ashara Grace

How popular is Ashara right now?

Rising fast — up 2025 spots — currently #13647 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#13647 · Top 10%

2000

2005

2020

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#13647	6	▲ up 2025 · +20% births
2020	#15672	5	▼ down 6507 · -58% births
2005	#9165	12	▲ up 2169 · +50% births
2000	#11334	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Ashara

Best Year2005Rank #9165

Peak Count12

Average Rank#12455

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2000 - 20234 years

The story of Ashara

Ashara is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1987. With 200 total births recorded, Ashara remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #11334 in 2000, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13647 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Ashara in 1991:

Ashley Jessica Brittany Amanda Samantha

Ashara by decade

Ashara peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	5
1990s	69
2000s ★	90
2010s	31
2020s	5

💎Ashara has only 200 total recorded births since 1987 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Ashara?

Common

AshAra

Famous people named Ashara

Ashara (Quranic figure)

Ashara appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

Ashara (Islamic scholar)

Ashara bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Ashara (Quranic figure)

Ashara appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

Ashara (Arab poet)

Ashara carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.

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Common questions about the name Ashara

What does the name Ashara mean?

Ashara means "ten" — a name rooted in Arabic 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 Ashara?

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

What is the cultural origin of Ashara?

Ashara originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic 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 Ashara?

Ashara is a three-syllable name pronounced AE1 SH AE1 R AH0. 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 Ashara?

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