boy name · Japanese origin
Asahi
/ ah-SAH-hee /
Meaning
Asahi means Morning sun (Japanese).
Gender
Boy
Origin
Japanese
Pronunciation
ah-SAH-hee
Popularity
#6478 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Asahi in the US, 1880–2025
Asahi first appears in US records in 2005. It peaked in 2023, when 15 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 13.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Asahi mean?
Asahi joins the kanji for “morning” and “sun.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Asahi mean?
Asahi means Morning sun. Asahi joins the kanji for “morning” and “sun.”
What is the origin of the name Asahi?
Asahi is of Japanese origin.
How do you pronounce Asahi?
Asahi is pronounced “ah-SAH-hee.”
Is Asahi a boy or a girl name?
Asahi is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Asahi?
In 2025, Asahi ranked #6478 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Asahi most popular?
Asahi was most popular in 2023, when about 15 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.