Ash

Ash Meaning & Origin

About Ash
The name "Ash" is of English origin and has multiple meanings. It can be derived from the Old English word "æsc," meaning "ash tree," which symbolizes strength and resilience. Additionally, "Ash" can be a shortened form of names such as Ashley or Ashton, which have different etymologies. Overall, the name "Ash" often represents qualities like stability, endurance, and growth, making it a popular choice for both boys and girls.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Ash are male.

Ash Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has increased by 4.29% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
AX
🗽 NYSIIS
A
🔊 Soundex
A200
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
AE1 SH
🌐 IPA
/æʃ/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('AX', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
A200

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Ash in Braille

Here's how to represent Ash in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Ash in braille

How to Spell the Name Ash in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Ash using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Ash in sign language

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