Asanti
Asanti is a boy baby name. Ranked #12,030 in the US, popular nicknames include Asa, Asy, and Asaie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Asanti first appeared in US Social Security records in 1995.
Over 56 babies have been named Asanti in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Asanti is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #12,030 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #12,030
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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Asanti is also used as a girl name, ranked #27135.
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About the Name Asanti
Asanti is a boy name .
Is Asanti a boy or girl name? Asanti is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #12,030 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #27,135. Asanti is more commonly used as a boy name.
Asanti is currently ranked #12,030 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Asanti include Asa, Asy, Asaie, and Asanie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Asanti include Asani, Asante . 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