Asher
Asher is a boys' name of Hebrew origin meaning “happy, blessed.” It ranked #17 in the United States in 2025. Asher was the eighth son of Jacob in the Bible, and his mother Leah declared 'Happy am I!
how do you pronounce Asher?
ASH-er
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what does Asher mean?
The name Asher means “happy, blessed.” It comes from the Hebrew language tradition.
Asher was the eighth son of Jacob in the Bible, and his mother Leah declared 'Happy am I!' 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.
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.
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.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #17 |
| 2023 | #16 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
what are the nicknames and variants of Asher?
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who are famous people named Asher?
- Asher (biblical patriarch, son of Jacob)
- Asher Roth (American rapper)
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what names go well with Asher?
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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