Asenath

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Asenath

Gender: Feminine
Language: English
Etymology:
Asenath is an Egyptian name possibly meaning “She Belongs to her Father,” or “Gift of the Sun God.”

History:
Asenath, a Biblical name, was occasionally used by 17th century Puritans.

Pronunciation: ass-un-ath.

Alternates: Assenath, Asena.

Famous Bearers:
Religious Figures:
Asenath (Biblical)
In the Bible, the wife of Joseph and the mother of Manasseh and Ephraim.

Popularity:
Percentage from the 1990 U.S. Census:
less than 0.001 % named Asenath

Popularity of Asenath:
Popularity (for newborns):
In the United States...
1900-2000: N/A