Asuka Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Asuka

"A female given name from Japanese."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 1993 👥 109 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
A female given name from Japanese.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
109
Life Path
Number 8

📖 What Does Asuka Mean?

Asuka is both a unisex Japanese given name and a Japanese surname.

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Asuka is both a unisex Japanese given name and a Japanese surname.

Root Element
Asuka
Core Meaning
"A female given name from Japanese."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Asuka

A 1
S 1
U 3
K 2
A 1
SUM 8
8
Life Path
Power & Ambition
5
Soul Urge
Freedom & Adventure
3
Personality
Creativity & Expression

Life Path 8 — Power & Ambition: Goal-driven, authoritative, and business-minded.

📊 Asuka in Numbers

109 US bearers
1993 Peak year
Predominantly Female Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Asuka" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A female given name from Japanese.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~109 people named Asuka in the US. Peaked in 1993 with 13 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Asuka?

The Life Path number for Asuka is 8, associated with Power & Ambition. Soul Urge: 5. Personality: 3.

Is Asuka a boy or girl name?

Asuka is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Asuka in the US?

Approximately 109 people in the United States are named Asuka. The name peaked in 1993 with 13 recorded uses.

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