Asha
Meaning of Asha
The name Asha is a beautiful and meaningful choice for a baby girl, with rich cultural origins and associations. In Swahili, Asha is pronounced as AH-shah (/ɑ:ʃ-ʃa/) and signifies "life" or "hope," reflecting positive and inspiring qualities. In Indian (Hindi) contexts, it is pronounced as AH-shuh (/ɑ:ʃ-ʃə/) and translates to "wish" or "desire," further emphasizing its optimistic connotations. Over the years, Asha has seen varying popularity in the United States, peaking notably in 2000 with an occurrence of 250 newborns ranking at 882. The name has remained relatively steady in usage, symbolizing enduring appeal across different cultures and generations. Variations like Aischa add to its global resonance, making Asha a timeless and versatile choice for parents seeking a name that embodies hope, life, and aspiration.
Pronunciation
Swahili
- Pronunced as AH-shah (/ɑ:ʃ-ʃa/)
Indian (Hindi)
- Pronunced as AH-shuh (/ɑ:ʃ-ʃə/)
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Notable People Named Asha
| Asha Bhosle is a legendary Indian playback singer and actress known for her versatility and numerous accolades, including multiple National Film Awards and Filmfare Awards. |
| Asha Gigi Roba is an Ethiopian long-distance runner known for her impressive marathon performances, including a personal best of 2:26:05 hours set in 2004 at the Paris Marathon. |
| Asha Collins is a renowned clinical biologist, strategist, and researcher, best known for her work in biopharmaceutical operations and as the general manager of Biobanks for DNAnexus. |
| Asha Alice Banks is an English actress and singer who started her career as a child actress on the West End and made her feature film debut in The Magic Flute (2022). |
| Nafeesa Sultan, also known as Asha Sachdev, was a prominent Indian actress recognized for her supporting roles in Bollywood films during the 1970s and 1980s, as well as for her lead roles in successful movies like "Agent Vinod" and "Ek Hi Raasta." |
| Sabira Begum, also known as Asha Posley, was the pioneering leading lady of Pakistani cinema. |
| Asha Kowtal is an activist and expert in Dalit women’s rights, serving as the General Secretary of the All India Dalit Mahila Adhikar Manch and involved in the National Campaign on Dalit Human Rights and WinG-India. |
| Asha Patel was an Indian politician from Gujarat. |
| Asha Lul Mohamud Yusuf is a renowned contemporary Somali poet who has been living in exile in Britain for over 25 years. |
| Asha Maurya is an Indian politician who won the 2022 Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly election as a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party. |
| Asha Katherine Randall is an English synchronised swimmer who represented Great Britain at the 2012 London Olympics. |
| Asha Said Jama is a Somali-Canadian social activist and former TV reporter and journalist. |
| Asha Blake is a five-time Emmy Award-winning television news journalist known for her work on ABC and NBC network newscasts, daytime- and entertainment-based talk shows, and local news anchoring at KNBC and KTLA. |
| Asha Leo is a British fashion model and television presenter of Welsh and Indian descent. |
| Asha Rashid is a Tanzanian footballer known for her role as a forward on the Tanzanian women's national team. |
