Ashanti
ah-SHAN-tee
Popularity
#1976
Letters
7
Syllables
3
Origin
African
Total Births
13,253
Peak Year
#2,969 in 2002
First Recorded
1970
Style
Strong & Bold
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Ashanti is derived from the name of the Ashanti people of Ghana, West Africa, known for their rich culture and history. It translates to "because of war".
Numerology
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Famous Namesakes
Ashanti Shequoiya Douglas
American singer, songwriter, and actress
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