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Ash

Boy name · 34 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Ash: 34 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 7 births in 2022.

Ash is a name of Old English origin, derived from the word æsc, referring to the ash tree, a symbol of strength and resilience in Norse and Celtic mythology. It also has roots in Sanskrit as a short form of Ashwin, meaning "light" or "horse tamer." Famous bearers include the American actor Ash Brannon, co-director of Toy Story 2, and Ash Williams, the chainsaw-wielding hero of the Evil Dead film series. The name shares its root with the English town of Ashford, meaning "ford by the ash trees." A notable variant is the Gaelic Aisling, meaning "dream" or "vision," which offers a softer, poetic alternative while retaining the same initial sound.