How Many People Are Named Ashur?
Complete statistics for the name Ashur: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Ashur is a very rare male name with ancient roots, but it's also surprisingly modern. Only 753 people named Ashur live in the US today, which means 1 in 438,279 Americans have this name. It's seeing a rise in popularity, peaking in 2024 with 49 births.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 22 is often associated with leadership and vision, suggesting that people named Ashur might excel in roles where they can inspire and guide others.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 13All 762 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2024Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Ashur Through the Generations
Ashur stands out as a name that's truly of its generation, with 94% of those bearing it under 30 years old. The name's peak year was 2024, marking a significant increase in usage compared to previous decades. With an average age of just 13, Ashur is clearly a name chosen by younger parents looking for something unique yet meaningful. The age distribution shows a strong skew towards the under-30 demographic, with 716 individuals falling into this category, while only 46 are aged between 30 and 60, and none over 60.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
📄 About the Name Ashur
How Many People Have the Name Ashur?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 753 people in the United States currently share the name Ashur. That works out to roughly 1 in every 438,279 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Ashur a Common or Rare Name?
Ashur is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Ashur Mean?
Ashur means "ancient Assyrian deity" and comes from Assyrian origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 22.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Ashur in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Ashur Most Popular?
The name Ashur reached peak popularity in 2024, with 49 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Ashur?
Approximately 753 people named Ashur live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 762. That works out to roughly 1 in 438,279 Americans.
Is Ashur a rare name?
Ashur is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 438,279 Americans has this name.
What does the name Ashur mean?
Ashur means "ancient Assyrian deity" and comes from Assyrian origins.
Is Ashur more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Ashur are male and 0% are female.
When was Ashur most popular?
Ashur peaked in 2024 with 49 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.