Aashray
A masculine Hindu name meaning refuge, shelter or asylum.
Name Census estimates that about 14 living Americans carry the first name Aashray. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Aashray today is around 12 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Aashray births was 2015 (9 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Aashray. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Aashray. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
14
~ 1 in 24,482,453 Americans
Peak year
2015
9 babies that year
Average age
12
years old
2015 SSA rank
#8,040
Tracked since 2013
Popularity
Aashray: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Aashray by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Aashray during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 14 | 0 | 14 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Aashray
The name Aashray originates from the Sanskrit language, which is an ancient Indo-Aryan language that emerged in the Indian subcontinent around the 2nd millennium BCE. The word "Aashray" itself is derived from the Sanskrit root "shri," meaning "to take refuge" or "to shelter." It is closely related to the Sanskrit word "Aashrita," which means "protected" or "sheltered."
In Hindu mythology and sacred texts, the name Aashray is often associated with the concept of seeking refuge or shelter, particularly in the divine or spiritual realm. The name may have been given to individuals as a way of invoking protection or seeking solace under a higher power or deity.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Aashray can be found in the ancient Hindu epic, the Mahabharata, which dates back to around the 8th or 9th century BCE. In this epic, there is a character named Aashrayin, which is a variation of the name Aashray and carries a similar meaning.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who have borne the name Aashray. One such person was Aashray Sharma (1925-2003), an acclaimed Indian poet and writer who was known for his works in Hindi literature. Another notable figure was Aashray Mishra (1920-1995), an Indian politician and social activist who played a significant role in the Indian independence movement.
In the realm of spirituality, Aashray Maharaj (1870-1949) was a prominent Hindu spiritual leader and founder of the Radha Soami Satsang movement, which emphasizes the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment and self-realization. His teachings and philosophy have influenced countless followers around the world.
Aashray Chandra Chakraborty (1888-1964) was an Indian revolutionary and freedom fighter who actively participated in the Indian independence movement against British colonial rule. He was a prominent figure in the Anushilan Samiti, a revolutionary organization in Bengal.
Lastly, Aashray Vidyarthi (1904-1980) was an Indian scholar and writer who made significant contributions to the field of Hindi literature. He was known for his novels, short stories, and critical essays, and his works often explored social and cultural themes.
People
Aashray + last name combinations
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FAQ
Aashray: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Aashray?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 14 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Aashray going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 24,482,453 US residents.
Is Aashray a common name?
We classify Aashray as "Very Rare". It ranks above 34% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 14 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Aashray most popular?
The single biggest year for Aashray was 2015, when 9 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Aashray is about 12 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Aashray in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Aashray a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Aashray in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Aashray still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Aashray in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Aashray can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Aashray?
For a quick modern take, check how many Americans are named Aashray on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.