Vashti
Vashti: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈvæʃti/
Meaning and origin of Vashti
- A female given name from Persian of biblical origin.
Etymology
Borrowed from Hebrew וַשְׁתִּי (vaštī).
How popular is Vashti?
Since 1880, 2,355 girls in the U.S. have been named Vashti. Its highest rank for girls was #793 in 1902. In 2025, 12 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Vashti FAQ
What does the name Vashti mean?
A female given name from Persian of biblical origin. Borrowed from Hebrew וַשְׁתִּי (vaštī).
What is the origin of the name Vashti?
Vashti is listed as a name of Persian origin.
How popular is the name Vashti?
Since 1880, 2,355 girls in the U.S. have been named Vashti. Its highest rank for girls was #793 in 1902. In 2025, 12 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Vashti a boy or girl name?
Vashti is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 2,355 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.