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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Morning sun
- Origin
- Japanese
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- ah-SAH-hee
Asahi is a Japanese name for a boy, meaning "morning sun." It's pronounced ah-SAH-hee, and it carries an outdoorsy, nature-inspired feel that stays clean and modern.
Meaning & Origin of Asahi
Meaning: Morning sun.
Origin: Japanese.
Source: Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Asahi
ah-SAH-heeIPA /ɑːˈsɑːhiː/
Popularity of Asahi
Asahi is a rarely used name in the U.S. It ranked #7268 in 2024 with 11 babies given the name, down from its peak of #5952 in 2023, when 15 babies were named Asahi.
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FAQ
What does the name Asahi mean?
Morning sun. (Source: Wikipedia)
How do you pronounce Asahi?
Asahi is pronounced ah-SAH-hee (IPA: /ɑːˈsɑːhiː/).
Is Asahi a popular name right now?
Asahi peaked at #5952 in 2023 and is ranked #7268 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2005–2024.)
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