US Popularity Rank: 11599

Origin: Thai

Meaning: Ash friend or spear friend; Friend of God; Possessed of horses; Knight, cavalier

Aswin is a masculine Dutch name that can derive from languages across the globe. Most popularly associated with the Old High German and Old English Answin and Ascwin, Aswin means “ash friend,” “spear friend,” or “friend of God.” Possibly inspired by Sanskrit ashvin, Aswin relates to the Hindu gods Ashvins—twin brothers representing cosmic dualities like healing and destruction, and light and dark. Meaning “possessed of horses,” Aswin suits the animal-loving tot destined to forge a bond with horses someday. Also of Thai inspiration, Aswin may be a form of Atsawin, meaning “knight” or “cavalier” for your little hero ready to embark on life’s Great Quest. With so many origins and meanings to explore, baby Aswin will have no problem finding their home in the world.