Find out how popular the first name Ashe has been for the last 31 years (from 1993 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ashe by gender

Based on the last 31 years of data, Ashe is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 64% of people named Ashe being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 22 male babies and 10 female babies born with the name Ashe.

The history of the first name Ashe

The name Ashe has its origins in the Old English language and can be traced back to the Anglo-Saxon period in Britain. It is derived from the Old English word "æsc," which means ash tree. The ash tree held significant cultural and mythological significance for the ancient Germanic tribes, including the Anglo-Saxons, and was often associated with concepts of strength, resilience, and world-tree symbolism.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ashe can be found in the Domesday Book, a record of land holdings and population surveys conducted in England in 1086 under the reign of William the Conqueror. The name appears as a place name in various locations, such as Ashe in Hampshire and Ashe in Derbyshire, suggesting its use as a surname and possibly a given name during that period.

In the Middle Ages, the name Ashe gained some prominence due to its association with the noble Ashe family, who held lands and titles in various parts of England. One notable member of this family was Sir James Ashe (c. 1335-1399), a prominent military commander and knight who served under King Edward III during the Hundred Years' War.

The name Ashe also has connections to religious and literary works. In the 14th century, the English poet and author Geoffrey Chaucer mentioned an "Ashe" in his famous work "The Canterbury Tales." Additionally, the name appears in various biblical translations and commentaries, potentially linked to its association with the ash tree, which is mentioned in various passages of the Bible.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Ashe. One of the most famous is Arthur Ashe (1943-1993), an American professional tennis player who won three Grand Slam titles and was also a prominent civil rights activist. Another notable figure is Thomas Ashe (1885-1917), an Irish republican revolutionary who played a significant role in the Irish War of Independence.

Other individuals with the name Ashe include Elias Ashe (1770-1838), a U.S. Representative from North Carolina; Thomas Samuel Ashe (1812-1887), an English author and novelist; and Brigadier General Ashe (1742-1813), an officer in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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