Thorny tree
Acasia is a rare variant of Acacia, derived from the name of the flowering shrub or tree. In Greek, the word 'akakia' also carries the connotation of 'guileless' or 'not evil.' It is often chosen for its botanical connection and its soft, melodic sound.
Less common today
Acasia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,312 in 2002.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
