Asa Meaning and Origin
Asa is a unisex name of Hebrew and Japanese origin, meaning “healer; born in the morning.” In Hebrew, the name Asa means “healer” or “physician.” In the Old Testament, Asa was the name of a king of Judah who ruled from around 913 to 873 BCE. According to the Bible, Asa was known for his religious reforms and his efforts to remove idolatry from his kingdom. In English, the name Asa is often considered a shortened form of other names, such as Asahel, Asaph, or Asael. It can also be a standalone name. As a given name, Asa has been used for both boys and girls. It is also a Swedish name related to one of the most ancient Norse names, referencing Æsir, which means “goddess”.
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