Possibly a variation of Ashanti, meaning warlike or people of Ghana
Ashonti is a modern American spelling variant of Ashanti. It refers to the Ashanti people of Ghana, an ethnic group known for their powerful empire and rich cultural history. The name gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century as a celebration of African heritage.
Less common today
Ashonti isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,884 in 2002.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
