Asher Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationASH-er / ˈæʃərHebrew
Meaning
Blessed; happy
Historical & Cultural Background
Asher is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from the Old Testament. In the Bible, Asher was one of the twelve sons of Jacob and Leah's maid, Zilpah. The name has been used in various cultures and has gained popularity in modern times, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is often associated with positive attributes such as happiness and prosperity.
Trend Summary
Asher has seen a significant rise in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ash
- Ashe
International Variants
- Asher (English)
- Asher (Hebrew)
Famous people named Asher
Asher Roth is an American rapper known for his hit single 'I Love College'.
Asher Keddie is an Australian actress recognized for her role in the television series 'Offspring'.
Asher Angel is an American actor best known for his role in the Disney Channel series 'Andi Mack'.
Asher D is a British rapper and actor, known for being part of the group So Solid Crew.
Fictional characters named Asher
Asher is a character in the book series 'The Giver' by Lois Lowry, known for his playful nature.
Asher is a character in the video game 'The Last of Us Part II', serving as a member of the WLF.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Asher was first seen in the United States in 1880. Asher has ranked as high as #30 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, New York, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Asher has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Asher (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 693 | |
| CA | 621 | |
| FL | 574 | |
| NY | 417 | |
| PA | 329 | |
| GA | 326 | |
| OH | 323 | |
| NC | 314 | |
| TN | 268 | |
| IN | 239 | |
| MI | 230 | |
| VA | 212 | |
| IL | 211 | |
| MO | 190 | |
| AL | 173 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 6 |
| 1881 | 6 |
| 1885 | 6 |
| 1886 | 7 |
| 1887 | 6 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1895 | 6 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1914 | 12 |
| 1915 | 17 |
| 1916 | 16 |
| 1917 | 15 |
| 1918 | 15 |
| 1919 | 21 |
| 1920 | 16 |
| 1921 | 17 |
| 1922 | 24 |
| 1923 | 14 |
| 1924 | 16 |
| 1925 | 15 |
| 1926 | 15 |
| 1927 | 16 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 18 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1934 | 14 |
| 1935 | 10 |
| 1936 | 15 |
| 1937 | 13 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 10 |
| 1940 | 13 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1942 | 10 |
| 1943 | 14 |
| 1944 | 13 |
| 1945 | 10 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1949 | 14 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1953 | 11 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1956 | 11 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1959 | 16 |
| 1960 | 12 |
| 1961 | 11 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 15 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 14 |
| 1967 | 17 |
| 1968 | 16 |
| 1969 | 12 |
| 1970 | 16 |
| 1971 | 14 |
| 1972 | 20 |
| 1973 | 27 |
| 1974 | 24 |
| 1975 | 35 |
| 1976 | 34 |
| 1977 | 42 |
| 1978 | 47 |
| 1979 | 56 |
| 1980 | 66 |
| 1981 | 76 |
| 1982 | 67 |
| 1983 | 90 |
| 1984 | 72 |
| 1985 | 94 |
| 1986 | 84 |
| 1987 | 88 |
| 1988 | 72 |
| 1989 | 78 |
| 1990 | 95 |
| 1991 | 105 |
| 1992 | 125 |
| 1993 | 129 |
| 1994 | 149 |
| 1995 | 142 |
| 1996 | 188 |
| 1997 | 213 |
| 1998 | 247 |
| 1999 | 312 |
| 2000 | 346 |
| 2001 | 415 |
| 2002 | 478 |
| 2003 | 626 |
| 2004 | 895 |
| 2005 | 1,156 |
| 2006 | 1,369 |
| 2007 | 1,580 |
| 2008 | 1,905 |
| 2009 | 2,354 |
| 2010 | 2,860 |
| 2011 | 3,419 |
| 2012 | 3,560 |
| 2013 | 3,720 |
| 2014 | 4,333 |
| 2015 | 5,136 |
| 2016 | 5,525 |
| 2017 | 6,058 |
| 2018 | 6,878 |
| 2019 | 7,056 |
| 2020 | 7,695 |
| 2021 | 8,363 |
| 2022 | 8,410 |
| 2023 | 7,891 |
| 2024 | 8,123 |