Asenath Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Asenath Name at a Glance

Name	Asenath
Meaning	Peril, misfortune. Joseph's Egyptian wife.
Origin	Biblical
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Asenath Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Asenath means “Peril, misfortune. Joseph's Egyptian wife”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Asenath Name Origin

Our database records Asenath under Biblical origin. Browse more Biblical baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Asenath a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Asenath is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Asenath

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