Ashok

Ashok Meaning & Origin

About Ashok
The name "Ashok" is of Indian origin and has its roots in Sanskrit. It is derived from the word "ashoka," which means "without sorrow" or "one who alleviates sorrow." The name carries a positive connotation, symbolizing joy, happiness, and the ability to bring comfort and solace to others. It is often given to boys in India and holds cultural significance, representing a desire for a life free from sorrow and a wish for a bright and joyful future.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Ashok are male.

Ashok Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has decreased by -28.57% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
AXK
🗽 NYSIIS
A
🔊 Soundex
A202
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
AE1 SH AA0 K
🌐 IPA
/ˈæʃɑk/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('AXK', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
A220

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Ashok in Braille

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

The name Ashok in braille

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

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

The name Ashok in sign language

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