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"invented fictional name, inspired by Ashoka (without sorrow)"
"without sorrow (Ashoka root)"
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Browse nicknames →Ahsoka is an invented name created by writer Dave Filoni for the character Ahsoka Tano in the animated series Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008). Filoni has noted the name was influenced by Ashoka the Great, the 3rd-century BCE Indian emperor and Buddhist convert known for his enlightened rule. The spelling was altered to give it a distinctly alien feel while retaining a phonetically pleasing quality.
Ahsoka's popularity as a given name surged after the character became a beloved fan favorite in Clone Wars and Rebels, and especially after her live-action appearance in The Mandalorian (2020) and her own series Ahsoka (2023). Rosario Dawson's portrayal brought the character to a whole new audience.
Ahsoka Tano is one of the most beloved characters in the Star Wars universe, celebrated for her independence, moral courage, and refusal to follow orders she believes are wrong. Naming a daughter Ahsoka signals appreciation for this strong, principled character.
Ahsoka first appeared in US Social Security records in 2014.
Over 253 babies have been named Ahsoka in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Ahsoka is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #4,109 for girl names in the US .
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Indian emperor of the Maurya Dynasty who inspired the name, known for spreading Buddhism and non-violence (3rd century BCE)
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Beloved Star Wars character, former Jedi Padawan to Anakin Skywalker, voiced by Ashley Eckstein and portrayed by Rosario Dawson
"to possess, acquire"
"royal status, sovereignty"
"faithful, devoted"
"dark one"
"woman from Magdala"
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Classic pairing, American heritage match, balanced 3-2 syllable flow
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Hebrew root origin
"to possess, acquire"
#4,080 in US
Old French via Latin origin
"royal status, sovereignty"
#4,184 in US
Old French via Latin origin
"faithful, devoted"
#4,121 in US
Irish Gaelic origin
"dark one"
#4,018 in US
Hebrew origin
"woman from Magdala"
#4,004 in US
English origin
"light brown color (hazel eyes)"
#4,179 in US
Hebrew origin
"weary, delicate"
#4,074 in US
Latin avena (oats) origin
"oat field, oat harvest"
#4,245 in US
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Ahsoka is a girl name with American origins . The name means "invented fictional name, inspired by Ashoka (without sorrow)" in American fictional/Sanskrit .
Ahsoka is currently ranked #4,109 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Ahsoka has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Ahsoka include Soka and Ahso. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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