Ashka is of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit word 'Aashka', which means 'moon'. It is also associated with the Hindu goddess Ashkara, who is believed to bestow strength and courage upon her devotees. The name Ashka is typically given to girls, although it can be used for boys as well in some regions. It is pronounced /'æʃkə/ in English.
The name Ashka saw some fluctuation in popularity between 1997 and 2011, with a peak of 9 births in 2002. However, the total number of babies named Ashka during this period was 32.