Meaning Originated in Sanskrit meaning 'desire' and 'hope' and 'life'. Origin of Asha Sanskrit , Indian Popular Middle Names Elizabeth, Faith, Hazel, Marie, Mary, Pari, Reign, Sarine, August Pronunciation 🔊 Listen Asha ASH-ah Similar Names Hope Esha Aastha Lanakila Rija Simran Zenab Ameila Aamira Minnie Year by Year Popularity of Asha