Ashtan is of Sanskrit origin, derived from the words 'ash' meaning 'first', and 'tan', referring to 'body'. It's a unique, unisex name that brings together elements of ancient Indian culture with a modern, contemporary feel.
The name Ashtan experienced a peak in popularity between 2004 and 2009 with birth numbers ranging from 10 to 13 each year. However, it appears that the name's popularity has since declined, with only five or seven births recorded annually from 2015 onwards. Overall, there have been a total of 131 babies named Ashtan born between 1996 and 2021.