Ashanti
girl name#2099 in 2025Ashanti entered the US charts in 1970, peaked at #115 in 2002, ranks #2099 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1970–2025
#2099
rank today
#115
peak (2002)
89
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #2524 |
| 1980s | #1497 |
| 1990s | #954 |
| 2000s | #723 |
| 2010s | #1297 |
| 2020s | #1869 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ashanti has been most popular in FL, TX, GA.
Living bearers
About 12,500 people named Ashanti are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ashanti alive today was born around 2003, making them about 22 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ashanti in 2025?
- Ashanti ranks #2099 among US girl names in 2025, with 89 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ashanti most popular?
- Ashanti peaked in 2002, reaching #115 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Ashanti with classmates?
- Ashanti will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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