Ash Ketchum, the main protagonist of the Pokémon anime, has never officially had a girlfriend. While there have been instances of romantic interest and close friendships with female characters, Ash has always remained focused on his journey as a Pokémon trainer.
Some of the most prominent female characters in the anime who have been associated with Ash include:
- Misty: Ash's first traveling companion and a close friend. Their relationship has been a source of speculation among fans, but it has never progressed beyond friendship.
- May: Another traveling companion who shared many adventures with Ash. Their interactions were often playful and friendly, but their relationship never developed romantically.
- Dawn: Ash's traveling companion in the Sinnoh region. While their interactions were characterized by mutual respect and camaraderie, there was never any indication of romantic feelings.
- Iris: Ash's traveling companion in the Unova region. Their relationship was more of a mentor-student dynamic, with Iris often providing guidance and support to Ash.
While Ash has never had a girlfriend in the anime, his focus on his Pokémon journey and his close friendships with female characters have been a significant part of his character development.
