Aswin
a-swin,
as-win
US Popularity:11599
Origin:German
Meaning:Ash friend or spear friend; Friend of God; Possessed of horses; Knight, cavalier
Aswin is a masculine Dutch name that can derive from languages across the globe. Most popularly associated with the Old High German and Old English Answin and Ascwin, Aswin means “ash friend,” “spear friend,” or “friend of God.” Possibly inspired by Sanskrit ashvin, Aswin relates to the Hindu gods Ashvins—twin brothers representing cosmic dualities like healing and destruction, and light and dark. Meaning “possessed of horses,” Aswin suits the animal-loving tot destined to forge a bond with horses someday. Also of Thai inspiration, Aswin may be a form of Atsawin, meaning “knight” or “cavalier” for your little hero ready to embark on life’s Great Quest. With so many origins and meanings to explore, baby Aswin will have no problem finding their home in the world.
Aswin Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Aswin is currently #4842 on The Bump
Boy:Aswin is currently #1608 on The Bump Boy Names
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2015
#28010
in 2015
No comparison data from 2014
Sources
Name Doctor, Aswin
Behind the Name, Aswin, December 2020
Behind the Name, Ashwin, December 2017
Behind the Name, Atsawin, August 2020
Behind the Name, Answin, July 2007
Dictionary of Medieval Names from European Sources, Ascwin m., 2023
World History Encyclopedia, Ashvins, June 2016
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