Hard as rock; a ray of light
Ashmi is a name of Sanskrit origin that carries two primary interpretations. It can be derived from the word for 'rock' or 'stone,' symbolizing strength and resilience, or it can refer to a 'ray of light' or 'beam of the sun.' It is a modern choice in India that remains rare and distinctive in the United States.
Less common today
Ashmi isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #11,823 in 2019.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
