Ashoka
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Ashoka first appeared in US Social Security records in 2012.
Over 10 babies have been named Ashoka in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Ashoka is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #33,527 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #33,527
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Ashoka
Ashoka is a boy name .
Ashoka is currently ranked #33,527 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Ashoka include Ash, Asy, Ashie, and Ashoie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis