Ashma
Sanskrit/Persian · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Ashma
Ashma is derived from Sanskrit and Persian roots meaning "shame" or "modesty," though it may also relate to the Arabic term for "asthma" in modern contexts.
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Etymology
Ashma is derived from Sanskrit and Persian roots meaning "shame" or "modesty," though it may also relate to the Arabic term for "asthma" in modern contexts. The name is primarily used in Hindi, Urdu, and other South Asian cultures, with historical connections to Islamic and Hindu traditions.
Ashma currently ranks #1,927 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.
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