Assyria

Assyria Meaning & Origin

About Assyria
The name "Assyria" refers to an ancient civilization and empire that existed in the region of Mesopotamia, primarily in what is now modern-day Iraq and Syria. The term is derived from the city of Assur, which was the capital of the empire. Assyria was known for its military prowess, advanced administrative systems, and cultural achievements. It played a significant role in shaping the history of the ancient Near East, particularly during the 9th to 7th centuries BCE.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Assyria are female.

Assyria Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has decreased by -16.67% over the past year.

Pronunciation

πŸ“‡ Metaphone
ASR
πŸ—½ NYSIIS
A
πŸ”Š Soundex
A2060
🎡 Syllabic Pronunciation
AH0 S IH1 R IY0 AH0
🌐 IPA
/Ι™ΛˆsΙͺriΙ™/
πŸ”Š Double Metaphone
('ASR', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
A260

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Assyria in Braille

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

The name Assyria in braille

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

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

The name Assyria in sign language

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