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Aseneth

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Pronounced AS-uh-neth /ˈæs.ə.nɛθ/Medium

Meaning: A form of Asenath, the Egyptian wife of Joseph in the Book of Genesis; the Egyptian name is often read as 'belonging to (the goddess) Neith.' An ancient, scriptural name.Low

In 30 seconds: An ancient scriptural name: Aseneth is Asenath, the wife of Joseph in Genesis (said 'AS-uh-neth'). Timeless and rare.

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Origin MediumEgyptian, Hebrew

MeaningA form of Asenath, the Egyptian wife of Joseph in the Book of Genesis; the Egyptian name is often read as 'belonging to (the goddess) Neith.' An ancient, scriptural name.

U.S. rank (2024)#15514 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2022

Total births (all-time)≈ 112

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

As a girl's name Aseneth is a form of Asenath, the Egyptian wife of Joseph in Genesis. Ancient and rare in the U.S. (said 'AS-uh-neth').

It appears only rarely in the U.S. Rare, ancient, and scriptural.

Did you know? Aseneth is a form of Asenath, the Egyptian wife of Joseph in Genesis; the Egyptian name is often read as 'belonging to the goddess Neith.' Ancient and scriptural (said 'AS-uh-neth').

Overall data confidence 42%

References — Aseneth — biblical; Asenath, wife of Joseph (Genesis)

Variations

AsenathAsenethAseneth

Nicknames

AseNettie

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Aseneth mean?

Aseneth is a form of Asenath, the Egyptian wife of Joseph in Genesis, often read as 'belonging to the goddess Neith.'

How do you pronounce Aseneth?

It's said AS-uh-neth /ˈæs.ə.nɛθ/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Aseneth a boy or girl name?

Aseneth is a girl's name.

How popular is Aseneth?

Aseneth is a rare name in the U.S.