Ashaunti

Ashaunti appears to be a modern variant of Ashanti, which derives from the name of a West African ethnic group and former empire located in what is now Ghana. The original Ashanti (or Asante) name refers to people united by war or because of war. The spelling variation with the added 'u' emerged in the United States primarily in the late 20th century, giving the traditional name a distinctive contemporary feel. The name gained some recognition following the rise to fame of the R&B singer Ashanti in the early 2000s, though this particular spelling variant remains relatively uncommon. Usage records show Ashaunti being given primarily to girls. The name represents how traditional geographical and cultural names can evolve with new spellings while maintaining their historical connections.

Pronounced uh-SHAHN-tee.

As of October 2026, Ashaunti ranked #11211 in US births in 2020 SSA, peaked at #2081 in 2002.