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Asherah

ah-SHEH-rah

Asherah is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Asherah is a name derived from a Canaanite mother goddess, associated with fertility and motherhood.”. It currently ranks #7990 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2022.

Letters7
Syllables3
OriginHebrew

What Asherah Means

Asherah is a name derived from a Canaanite mother goddess, associated with fertility and motherhood.

The Story of Asherah

Imagine a name whispered by the earth itself, carrying the power of creation and maternal strength.

Asherah is a name with deep roots in ancient Canaanite culture, where she was revered as a mother goddess, associated with fertility and the very source of life. It's a name steeped in myth and primal feminine energy.

When you say Asherah, you feel a sense of nurturing strength, a deep well of creative energy. It’s a name for your daughter that speaks of a profound connection to life's generative powers, a spirit that is both protective and abundant.

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Numerology

6

The Nurturer

Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.

Personality Traits

nurturingstrongmysticalcreative

Peak Year

#13 in 2022

Total Births

123

First Recorded

1995

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