"City of the living; place where people are alive and busy"
Origin: Tigrinya
Language: Tigrinya
Asmara
Pronunciation: [ azm-AHR-uh ]
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A distinctive 3-syllable girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Asmara first appeared in US Social Security records in 1993.
Over 167 babies have been named Asmara in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Asmara is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #9,122 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #9,122
- Total SSA Count
- 12
- Cultural Origins
- Eritrean Ethiopian East African African
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
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Asma
Mara
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Frequently Asked Questions About Asmara
What does the name Asmara mean?
"City of the living; place where people are alive and busy" (from Tigrinya)
What is the origin of the name Asmara?
Asmara has Tigrinya, Eritrean, Ethiopian, East African, and African origins. In Tigrinya, it means "City of the living; place where people are alive and busy".
Is Asmara a boy or girl name?
Asmara is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Asmara?
Asmara is pronounced azm-AHR-uh.
How popular is the name Asmara?
Asmara is currently ranked #9122 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Asmara?
Common nicknames for Asmara include Asma and Mara.
What are good middle names for Asmara?
Popular middle name pairings include Asmara Nour, Asmara Fatima, Asmara Sara, and Asmara Leila.
What are good sibling names for Asmara?
Names that pair well with Asmara as siblings include Tigist, Miriam, Samra, and Dawit.
How many syllables does Asmara have?
Asmara has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Asmara a common or rare name?
Asmara is an uncommon name, ranked #9122 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Asmara
Asmara is a girl name with Eritrean, Ethiopian, East African, and African origins . The name means "City of the living; place where people are alive and busy" in Tigrinya .
Asmara is currently ranked #9,122 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Asmara has 3 syllables and is pronounced azm-AHR-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Asmara include Asma and Mara. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Asmara include Asma . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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