What does the name Ash mean?

Ash means "Ash tree, happy." It is of English origin.

How popular is the name Ash?

Ash is ranked #380 in the United States as of 2025, based on SSA data.

Is Ash a boy or girl name?

Ash is a unisex name, used for both boys and girls.

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UnisexEnglish#380 in 2025

Ash

Q: What is the origin of the name Ash?

Ash is of English origin. Works both as a standalone name and as a nickname for Asher/Ashley. The ash tree was sacred in Norse mythology (Yggdrasil). Short and strong.

Ash is a unisex name of English origin meaning “Ash tree, happy.” It ranked #380 in the United States in 2025.

Pronunciation

ASH

Meaning & Origin

The name Ash means “Ash tree, happy.” It comes from the English language tradition.

Works both as a standalone name and as a nickname for Asher/Ashley. The ash tree was sacred in Norse mythology (Yggdrasil). Short and strong.

Popularity Over Time

#420

2024

#380

2025

Year	Rank
2025	#380
2024	#420

Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset

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