Ashok, of Sanskrit origin, translates to 'without sorrow' or 'free from sorrow'. It is a unisex name popular among Indians and those of Indian descent worldwide.
The name Ashok experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with peaks in the late 60s to mid-70s and again in the early 90s. However, it has seen a steady decline since the late 90s, with fewer than 10 births per year recorded from 1993 onwards. Despite this, the name remains popular among parents, having been given to at least one child annually between 2015 and 2018.