Assata is a unique and distinct given name, derived from an African origin. It is predominantly used as a female name, meaning 'she who struggles' in Swahili. This name has been made notable by Assata Shakur (formerly known as JoAnne Chesimard), a prominent figure in the Black Liberation Movement of the 1970s, further popularizing its usage.
"The name Assata saw a significant increase in popularity from the late 1990s onwards, with a steady decline in recent years, reaching an all-time high of 29 births in 2015 and an all-time low of 10 births in 2022. Over the course of these 51 years, a total of 684 babies were named Assata."