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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Named for the aspen (quaking) tree
- Origin
- English (modern coinage, nature name)
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- AS-pun
Aspen is a modern, gender-neutral name taken straight from the aspen tree — it's pronounced AS-pun (/ˈæspən/) and has no older roots or borrowed meaning behind it; it was simply coined in English as a nature name. Parents drawn to it tend to like its bohemian, free-spirit, outdoorsy feel, and it currently reads as a classic-style pick rather than a trendy one.
Meaning & Origin of Aspen
Meaning: Named for the aspen (quaking) tree.
Origin: English (modern coinage, nature name).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Aspen
AS-punIPA /ˈæspən/
Popularity of Aspen
In Social Security data going back to 1973, Aspen hit its high point in 2022 at #195 (1,518 babies), then eased to #265 in 2024 with 1,198 babies — still a solidly used name, just past its recent peak.
Names Like Aspen
These names share Aspen’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Aspen mean?
Named for the aspen (quaking) tree. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Aspen?
Aspen is pronounced AS-pun (IPA: /ˈæspən/).
Is Aspen a popular name right now?
Aspen peaked at #195 in 2022 and is ranked #265 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1973–2024.)
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