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Aashna

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Pronounced AASH-nuh /ˈɑːʃ.nə/Medium

Meaning: From Sanskrit/Persian roots, Aashna means 'beloved; friend; companion; devoted.' A warm, meaning-rich modern Indian name (aashna, 'one who is dear'). A gentle affection name.Low

In 30 seconds: A warm affection name: Aashna means 'beloved; friend' (said 'AASH-nuh'). Gentle and rare.
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Origin MediumSanskrit, Persian
MeaningFrom Sanskrit/Persian roots, Aashna means 'beloved; friend; companion; devoted.' A warm, meaning-rich modern Indian name (aashna, 'one who is dear'). A gentle affection name.
U.S. rank (2025)#10112 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births9 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2013
Total births (all-time)≈ 706

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201319932025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Aashna draws on Sanskrit/Persian roots meaning 'beloved; friend; devoted.' A modern Indian given name, it reads for girls as gentle and warm, rare in the U.S. (said 'AASH-nuh').

It appears only rarely in U.S. data, mostly in Indian-American families. Rare, gentle, and warm.

Did you know? Aashna comes from Sanskrit/Persian roots for 'beloved; friend; devoted companion' — a warm, meaning-rich modern Indian name (said 'AASH-nuh').
Overall data confidence 46%
References — Aashna — Sanskrit/Persian 'beloved; friend; devoted'

Variations

AshnaAashniAashana

Nicknames

AashiAshi

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Aashna mean?

Aashna is from Sanskrit/Persian roots for 'beloved; friend; devoted companion.'

How do you pronounce Aashna?

It's said AASH-nuh /ˈɑːʃ.nə/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Aashna a boy or girl name?

Aashna is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Aashna?

Aashna is a rare name in the U.S.

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