Asian
Pronunciation: [ AYZH-uhn ]
Asian is a girl baby name. Ranked #56,200 in the US, popular nicknames include Asi, Asy, and Asiie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Asian first appeared in US Social Security records in 1989.
Over 16 babies have been named Asian in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Asian is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #56,200 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #56,200
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Also a Boy Name
Asian is also used as a boy name, ranked #22358.
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About the Name Asian
Asian is a girl name .
Is Asian a boy or girl name? Asian is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #56,200 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #22,358. Asian is more commonly used as a boy name.
Asian is currently ranked #56,200 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Asian include Asi, Asy, and Asiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Asian include Asia . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis