Asa: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced AY-suh · 2 syllables
Asa means “physician, doctor, healer; physician, healer”, from Hebrew.
Via Late Latin Asa from Koine Greek (Asa) from Biblical Hebrew (Asa), from Aramaic (asya, “physician, doctor, healer”), from Akkadian (A.ZU / asu /) from Sumerian (A.ZU / azu /, “physician, healer”); compare Classical Syriac (asya, “healer, physician, medical doctor”) whence Arabic (asin).
- Meaning
- physician, doctor, healer; physician, healer
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- AY-suh
- US rank (2025)
- #483
- US babies a year
- about 714 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 1880
- Style
- Vintage, Comeback, Biblical
How popular is Asa?
Asa was the #483 name in the US in 2025, given to 696 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 1880.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #483 |
| England & Wales | #505 |
| Norway | #172 |
| Australia | #913 |
How old are people named Asa?
Half of US adults named Asa are older than 31; most are between 19 and 75. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Asa
What does the name Asa mean?
Asa means “physician, doctor, healer; physician, healer”. It comes from Hebrew.
How do you pronounce Asa?
Asa is pronounced AY-suh.
How popular is the name Asa?
Asa was the #483 name in the US in 2025, given to 696 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 1880.
How old are people named Asa?
Half of US adults named Asa are older than 31. Most are between 19 and 75.