Asmara

Q: What is the origin of Asmara?

Asmara is of Semitic origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Asmara a girl name?

Asmara is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"They Made Her Rejoice"

Known as the capital of Eritrea, the name is also used personally and is associated with rejoicing in local tradition.

Themes:eritreaplacerejoicesemite

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Popularity History of Asmara

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#8477Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Asmara did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Asmara Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Asmara.

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asmy

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asma

Nickname

mary

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Baby Name Lists That Include Asmara

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Asmara mean?

Asmara means "They Made Her Rejoice". Known as the capital of Eritrea, the name is also used personally and is associated with rejoicing in local tradition.

What is the origin of Asmara?

Asmara is of Semitic origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Asmara?

According to the latest SSA data, Asmara is currently ranked #8477 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Asmara a girl name?

Asmara is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Asmara?

Popular nicknames for Asmara include asmy, asma, as, mary. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Asmara?

There are many names similar to Asmara in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginSemitic, Eritrean

Syllables3

Length6 letters

US Rank#8477

Trend→ Stable

Starts withA

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Ad Alton Al Ashley Addison

Sisters

Absalat Lillith Selam Arlene Addie

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