Asher
Asher is a boys' name of Hebrew origin meaning “happy, blessed.” It ranked #28 in the United States in 2025. Asher was the eighth son of Jacob in the Bible, and his mother Leah declared 'Happy am I!'
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how do you pronounce Asher?
ASH-er
where does the name Asher come from?
From the Hebrew אָשֵׁר, meaning happy or blessed, related to the exclamation ashrei that opens several psalms. Genesis has Leah name him with the words happy am I, so the name records the mother's state rather than a hope for the child.
at his birth. The Tribe of Asher inherited fertile land rich with olive oil. The name has exploded in popularity in the 21st century, becoming one of the most fashionable Hebrew names. It radiates positivity and well-being.
how popular is this name?
Asher has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 43 years since 1880, and fell outside it for 103. It peaked at #20 in 2022, and ranked #28 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #28 |
| 2024 | #20 |
| 2023 | #23 |
| 2022 | #20 |
| 2021 | #25 |
| 2020 | #32 |
| 2019 | #43 |
| 2018 | #47 |
| 2017 | #59 |
| 2016 | #71 |
| 2010 | #138 |
| 2000 | #578 |
| 1890 | #994 |
| 1880 | #809 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Asher fell outside the top 1,000.
the history of Asher
Asher was the eighth son of Jacob and the founder of one of the twelve tribes, allotted the fertile coastal territory of western Galilee — Moses' blessing promises him oil and abundance. The name was largely confined to Jewish families until the 2000s, when it moved rapidly into general English-speaking use and reached the American top thirty.
who are famous people named Asher?
- Asher (biblical patriarch, son of Jacob)
- Asher Roth (American rapper)
what are the nicknames and variants of Asher?
Nicknames
Variants around the world
what names are similar to Asher?
what names go well with Asher?
Sibling names that share Asher's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Asher
What does the name Asher mean?
Asher means “happy, blessed”.
What is the origin of the name Asher?
Asher comes from the Hebrew naming tradition. Related forms include Ashur and Asherel.
How popular is the name Asher?
Asher ranked #28 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data. Its best year was 2022, at #20, and it has spent 43 years in the top 1,000 since 1880.
Is Asher a boy or girl name?
Asher is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Asher?
Asher is pronounced ASH-er, with 2 syllables.
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