Ashanta

Meaning of Ashanta

Ashanta is a female name with English origin. It is pronounced as uh-SHAN-tuh (/əˈʃæn.tə/). Variations of the name include Ashanti. Ashanta has been recorded in the United States since at least 1971. Over the years, its popularity has fluctuated, reaching its peak in 2004 when it ranked 6213th most popular name for newborn girls. The name Ashanta carries a sense of strength and beauty, and it may be associated with African American culture due to its similarity to the Ashanti people of Ghana.

Pronunciation

English

  • Pronunced as uh-SHAN-tuh (/əˈʃæn.tə/)

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Similar Names to Ashanta

Notable People Named Ashanta

Ashanta Baghphukan was the Organising Secretary of ULFA, a banned terrorist group in Assam.
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