The feminine given name Ashwini is of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'the one who is prosperous'. It's derived from the Sanskrit word 'Ashwa', which translates to 'horse', and 'inii', an auspicious feminine suffix. This name holds significant cultural value in India, where it's often chosen for its auspicious connotations. Ashwini is also associated with the Ashwini twins, the divine physicians of the Hindu pantheon, adding further spiritual depth to the name.
The name Ashwini has seen fluctuations in popularity over the years with a total of 149 babies born with this name between 1981 and 2022. The peak years for this name were 2002 with 16 births and 2007 with 11 births.