Ashantae, of African origin, is a unique and melodious feminine given name. It combines elements from two distinct names: Ashanti, which means "people from the coast" in Akan language spoken by Ghana's Ashanti ethnic group; and Taé, a variant of the Hawaiian name Kaelani, meaning "heavenly flower." Thus, Ashantae can be interpreted to mean "people of heavenly beauty." This name offers an elegant blend of cultures and symbolism, making it distinctive yet approachable. It consists of four syllables and has a rhythmic flow when spoken aloud: Ah-shahn-tay. Ashantae gained some recognition in the United States during the late 1990s, likely due to its association with hip-hop artist Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott, who uses this name professionally. However, it remains relatively uncommon, allowing those named Ashantae to stand out and embrace their individuality.
The name Ashantae saw its popularity rise sharply between 1996 and 2002, with a significant peak of 29 births recorded in 2002. However, it appears to have decreased steadily since then, with only 6 births reported in 2007. Overall, there were 104 babies named Ashantae between 1989 and 2007.