Jaasia
A feminine name of Indian origin meaning "victorious, triumphant".
Name Census estimates that about 112 living Americans carry the first name Jaasia. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Jaasia today is around 18 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jaasia births was 2005 (13 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jaasia. 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.
People living today
112
~ 1 in 3,060,307 Americans
Peak year
2005
13 babies that year
Average age
18
years old
2016 SSA rank
#15,077
Tracked since 2001
Popularity
Jaasia: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Jaasia from the 2000s through to the 2010s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 76 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2000s peak, Jaasia remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jaasia 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 Jaasia during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Jaasia
The name Jaasia originates from Sanskrit, an ancient Indo-Aryan language that dates back to the 2nd millennium BCE. It is believed to have been derived from the Sanskrit word "jasa," which translates to "fame" or "glory." This suggests that the name may have been given to individuals who were celebrated or renowned for their achievements or status.
In ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, such as the Vedas and the Puranas, there are references to characters and deities with names similar to Jaasia. One prominent example is Jaya, a goddess associated with victory and success. Although not an exact match, the similarity in sound and meaning suggests a possible connection between the names.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Jaasia can be traced back to the medieval period in India. During this time, the name was particularly popular among the noble and ruling classes, as it conveyed a sense of prestige and accomplishment. One notable figure from this era was Jaasia Devi, a 12th-century queen of the Chahamana dynasty, who was known for her patronage of the arts and her role in the construction of temples and monuments.
Throughout history, there have been several other individuals who have borne the name Jaasia. In the 16th century, Jaasia Khan was a prominent military commander in the Mughal Empire, renowned for his bravery and strategic skills on the battlefield. In the 19th century, Jaasia Rani was a celebrated poet and songwriter from the princely state of Jhansi, whose works celebrated the valor and resilience of her people.
Moving into the 20th century, Jaasia Begum was a notable Indian actress and dancer who graced the stage in the 1940s and 1950s. Her performances were widely acclaimed for their grace and elegance, and she was considered a pioneer in the field of classical Indian dance.
Another notable figure with the name Jaasia was Jaasia Dasgupta, an eminent Indian scientist and educator who made significant contributions to the field of microbiology. She was born in 1920 and was widely recognized for her groundbreaking research on bacterial genetics and her dedication to teaching and mentoring future generations of scientists.
These are just a few examples of the individuals who have carried the name Jaasia throughout history, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of cultural and intellectual heritage.
People
Jaasia + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jaasia as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Jaasia: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jaasia?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 112 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jaasia 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 3,060,307 US residents.
Is Jaasia a common name?
We classify Jaasia as "Very Rare". It ranks above 66.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 113 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jaasia most popular?
The single biggest year for Jaasia was 2005, when 13 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jaasia is about 18 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 Jaasia in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Jaasia a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jaasia in the SSA data are female. 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 Jaasia still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Jaasia 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 Jaasia 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 have the name Jaasia?
For a quick modern take, check how many people share the name Jaasia on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.