Asa

♀ Girl

Pronounced AY-suh /ˈeɪ.sə/High

Meaning: healer, physicianHigh

In 30 seconds: Asa is a Hebrew name meaning healer or physician, also a Japanese name meaning morning. A short powerful two-syllable name used for both boys and girls.

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Origin HighHebrew, Japanese

Meaninghealer, physician

U.S. rank (2024)#2402 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births75 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2021

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,825

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Asa derives from the Hebrew root meaning healer or physician. It is the name of a king of Judah in the Bible. In Japanese, Asa means morning.

Asa has been used for both boys and girls throughout history and is growing as a feminine choice in the 21st century.

Did you know? In the Hebrew Bible, King Asa of Judah (c. 913–873 BC) is described as a good king who removed foreign altars and idols — making Asa a name of both healing power and moral strength.

Overall data confidence 85%

Brown, Driver, Briggs Hebrew Lexicon — reference for AsaBehind the Name: Asa — name etymology referenceKenkyusha Japanese-English Dictionary — reference for Asa

Variations

AsahAza

Nicknames

Famous Bearers

★Asa (biblical)
Asa, third king of Judah, described in 1 Kings and 2 Chronicles as removing foreign altars and idols and restoring the worship of God.

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Frequently Asked

What does Asa mean?

Asa means healer or physician in Hebrew, and morning in Japanese.

How do you pronounce Asa?

Asa is pronounced AY-suh (/ˈeɪ.sə/), with two syllables.

Is Asa a girl's name?

Asa is used for both boys and girls; it is growing as a feminine name in the 21st century.

How popular is the name Asa?

Asa is primarily used as a masculine name in the US but is growing as a feminine choice.