Ascension is a unique and distinctive given name, derived from the Latin word 'ascensio' which means 'ascent' or 'rising'. It's often associated with the Christian feast day of Ascension, celebrating Jesus Christ's ascension into heaven forty days after his resurrection. However, it stands independently as a name that embodies the idea of elevation, progress, and upward movement.
The name Ascension experienced a significant dip in popularity between the years of 1918 and 1932, with only three instances of its use during that period. However, it saw a slight resurgence in the late 1930s to early 1940s, with five births recorded each in 1942 and 1943. Over this entire span of time, from 1918 to 1943, there were a total of 52 births registered under the name Ascension.