Assa is a unisex given name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'doctor' or 'physician'. It is derived from the Hebrew word 'assa', which also denotes 'healing'. In ancient times, it was used as an occupational name for doctors and healers. The name Assa appears in the Bible, specifically in 1 Chronicles (5:12), referring to a man who was the chief of the tribe of Ephraim during the time of King David. Today, Assa is used worldwide but remains more common in countries with significant Jewish populations.
"The name Assa experienced a notable rise in popularity between 2007 and 2019, with an average of six births per year during this period, compared to the two births recorded in 2002."