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William vs Ashan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ashan

Boy #12,285 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"smoke, smoky"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Biblical Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#12,285
Total SSA Count
8
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

William Rank #10
Ashan Rank #12,285

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #12285 for Ashan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is William or Ashan more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Ashan at #12285 in the United States.

What do William and Ashan mean?

William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin). Ashan means "smoke, smoky" (Hebrew origin).

Are William and Ashan boy or girl names?

William is primarily a boy name. Ashan is primarily a boy name.

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