Ashoka

Ashoka (अशोक) is a male first name from India. The translation of the name into English is "the one without worries" or "the carefree one."

What does the name Ashoka mean?

The name Ashoka (अशोक) is of Indian origin and translates to "the one without worries" or "the carefree one". The origins of the name lie in the Sanskrit elements a (अ), meaning "not", and śokā (शोका), which stands for "sorrow", "grief", "suffering", or "worries". The name became famous through the Indian Emperor Ashoka of the Maurya dynasty, who initially led many conquests but later converted to Buddhism and advocated for peace. Variations of the name include Ashok, Aschok, and Aschoka.

Where does the name Ashoka come from?

The name Ashoka has its roots in Sanskrit and means "the one without worries". It is composed of the Sanskrit words a (अ) - a negative prefix, and śokā (शोका) - which means sorrow, grief, suffering, or worries. The language is Indian.

How do you pronounce Ashoka?

The pronunciation of Ashoka: The name is three syllables and has a gentle, flowing structure. In German, it is usually pronounced as "A-sho-ka" [aˈʃoː.ka], with the open syllables creating a harmonious sound. The "-ka" at the end gives the name a light, open note, adding balance to it. Overall, Ashoka sounds melodious, calm, and elegant - flowing, harmonious, and with a warm, cultured aura.

Popularity

In Germany, Ashoka is a rather rare first name. In 2021, it ranked 5,195th on the list of the most common male baby names. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times, placing it 8,008th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 9,767th. The global popularity and distribution of Ashoka can be seen in the name charts of various countries.

Nicknames & pet names

As / Ashok / Asok / Asoka

Famous people

• Ashoka (ruler of the Indian Maurya dynasty.)
• Ashoka Tano (character from the series 'Star Wars The Clone Wars' and 'Star Wars Rebels')