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Asahi
Pronounced ah-SAH-hee /ɑˈsɑ.hi/Medium
Meaning: From Japanese asahi, 'the morning sun; the rising sun' (asa, 'morning', + hi, 'sun')Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
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History & Origin
Asahi comes from Japanese asahi, 'the morning sun; the rising sun' (asa, 'morning', + hi, 'sun'). A lyrical, radiant Japanese name, used for both sexes, here for boys (said 'ah-SAH-hee'; nickname Asa).
In the U.S. it appears in Japanese families. Rare, the-morning-sun at the root, and radiant.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Asahi mean?
Asahi is Japanese for 'the morning sun; the rising sun' (asa, 'morning', + hi, 'sun').
How do you pronounce Asahi?
It's said ah-SAH-hee /ɑˈsɑ.hi/ — three syllables, stress on the second.
Is Asahi a boy or girl name?
Asahi is used here as a boy's name.
How popular is Asahi?
Asahi is a rare name in the U.S.