Asia

Meaning of Asia

The name Asia refers to the continent of Asia. It may also be linked to a Greek word meaning "east" or "sunrise."

Asia has Greek roots — browse every Greek baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Asia

After ranking as high as #221 in 2000, Asia has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Asia

• Asia Argento
  Italian actress and director
• Asia Nitollano
  American singer and dancer
• Asia Carrera
  American adult film actress
• Asia Kate Dillon
  American actor and activist
• Asia Muhammad
  American professional tennis player

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Questions about the name Asia

What does the name Asia mean?

Asia means the name asia refers to the continent of asia. it may also be linked to a greek word meaning "east" or "sunrise.", and it comes from Greek origins.

Is Asia a boy's or a girl's name?

Asia is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Asia?

Asia did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Asia most popular?

Asia peaked at #221 in 2000.