Asja

“A beloved name with deep roots”

Bosnia and Herzegovina origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#12384US 2022

7Births / yr

↓Falling

343All-time births

📅 Since 198400

What does Asja mean and where does it come from?

Asja is a female name that is popular in several Slavic countries, including Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia. It is derived from the Hebrew name 'Asya' (אסיה), meaning 'to heal' or 'healer'. In Latvia, Asja is seen as a modern interpretation of traditional Slavic names. The name is associated with

Cultural significance

Asja has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Bosnia and Herzegovina-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a beloved name with deep roots.

Peak popularity

Reached #4410 in 1999 — currently #12384 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Asja?

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

Asja Grace

How popular is Asja right now?

Declining — down 23 spots — currently #12384 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2022#12384 · Top 9.1%

1990

1995

2000

2005

2010

2021

2022

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#12384	7	▼ down 23
2021	#12361	7	▼ down 1612 · -30% births
2010	#10749	10	▼ down 3427 · -37% births
2005	#7322	16	▼ down 2057 · -27% births
2000	#5265	22	▲ up 135 · +22% births
1995	#5400	18	▲ up 2987 · +80% births
1990	#8387	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Asja

Best Year2000Rank #5265

Peak Count22

Average Rank#8838

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 20227 years

The story of Asja

Asja is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1984. With 343 total births recorded, Asja remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #8387 in 1990, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12384 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Asja in 1999:

Emily Hannah Alexis Sarah Samantha

Asja by decade

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

Decade	Births
1980s	32
1990s ★	144
2000s	139
2010s	28

💎Asja has only 343 total recorded births since 1984 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What names sound and feel like Asja?

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

Assja

Sanskrit · A Sanskrit name

Tasja

Scandinavia · Abbreviation of Anastasia;

Asjha

American · pure, unsullied

Asjah

American · A creative variation

Asjad

Sanskrit · A Sanskrit name

Ashja

Persian · pure

Dasja

Slavic countries · god's gift

Asna

Arabic · a name meaning

Common questions about the name Asja

What does the name Asja mean?

Asja means "A beloved name with deep roots" — a name rooted in Bosnia and Herzegovina 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 Asja?

Asja is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Asja?

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

Is Asja a common or rare name?

Asja is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What personality traits are associated with the name Asja?

Studies on name perception suggest that Asja is often associated with balance and approachability. Of course, personality is shaped by experience, not a name — but the perception can influence first impressions throughout life.