Vashti
Vashti is a girl's name of Persian origin.
Meaning
Best, beautiful, or excellent.
Origin and history
Vashti is a biblical name of Old Persian origin, traditionally understood to mean 'beautiful' or 'best'. In the Old Testament Book of Esther, Queen Vashti is famous for refusing to obey King Ahasuerus's command. While relatively rare, it has maintained a steady presence in U.S. naming history.
Popularity in the United States
2,355 babies in the United States have been named Vashti since 1880. It ranks #3634 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2031.
States where it is most popular
- NC (30.4 %)
- NY (17.6 %)
- CA (13.6 %)
- TX (12.8 %)
- GA (9.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 20 |
| 1890-1900 | 100 |
| 1900-1910 | 137 |
| 1910-1920 | 219 |
| 1920-1930 | 245 |
| 1930-1940 | 137 |
| 1940-1950 | 107 |
| 1950-1960 | 105 |
| 1960-1970 | 71 |
| 1970-1980 | 171 |
| 1980-1990 | 241 |
| 1990-2000 | 327 |
| 2000-2010 | 226 |
| 2010-2019 | 179 |
| 2020-2029 | 70 |
Famous people named Vashti
- Vashti Bunyan: Singer, Songwriter
- Vashti McCollum: Advocate, Author
Fun facts
- In the Book of Esther, Queen Vashti was deposed for defying the King, making her a symbol of independence for many modern interpreters.
- The name originates from Old Persian roots related to goodness and beauty.