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Asher Boy

Popularity: #20 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

PronunciationASH-er / ˈæʃər

Hebrew

Meaning

Blessed; happy

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Asher has its roots in the Hebrew language, derived from the word "osher," which means "happiness" or "blessedness." In the context of biblical history, Asher is one of the twelve sons of Jacob, as recorded in the Book of Genesis. The name appears in Hebrew as אָשֵׁר, and it was transliterated into Greek as "Asher" (Ἀσὴρ) and later into Latin, maintaining its form as it transitioned into Old French and ultimately into English. This linguistic journey highlights the name's enduring presence across cultures and languages, particularly within Judeo-Christian traditions.

Historically, Asher is significant as one of the tribes of Israel, specifically the tribe associated with prosperity and abundance. The blessings of Jacob, found in Genesis 49, mention Asher as one who will yield rich food and provide delicacies fit for a king. This biblical reference has contributed to the name's positive connotations throughout history. Additionally, Asher appears in various historical texts and translations, including the Septuagint and the Vulgate, which helped disseminate the name further into Christian contexts.

Culturally, Asher has resonated through various traditions, symbolizing joy and prosperity. In Jewish tradition, the name is often associated with the concept of happiness and good fortune, reflecting the blessings attributed to the tribe of Asher. The name has also been embraced in various forms, with diminutives like Ash being informally used. The enduring legacy of Asher in religious texts and its positive meanings have allowed it to maintain a significant place in cultural and historical narratives.

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 a rapper best known for I Love College, Be By Myself, and His album Asleep in the Bread Aisle.

Asher Angel is an actor best known for Andi Mack, Shazam!, and the film How to Rock.

Fictional characters named Asher

Asher is a fictional character from the novel The Giver by Lois Lowry. He is a close friend of the protagonist Jonas and is known for his playful personality and struggles with conformity.

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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)

StateBirthsShare
TX 693
9%
CA 621
8%
FL 574
7%
NY 417
5%
PA 329
4%
GA 326
4%
OH 323
4%
NC 314
4%
TN 268
3%
IN 239
3%
MI 230
3%
VA 212
3%
IL 211
3%
MO 190
2%
AL 173
2%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
18806
18816
18856
18867
18876
18905
18956
19105
19137
191412
191517
191616
191715
191815
191921
192016
192117
192224
192314
192416
192515
192615
192716
19289
192910
19306
19317
193218
193310
193414
193510
193615
193713
193811
193910
194013
19416
194210
194314
194413
194510
19467
19477
19489
194914
19507
195112
19528
195311
195411
19555
195611
195710
19589
195916
196012
196111
19629
19638
196415
19657
196614
196717
196816
196912
197016
197114
197220
197327
197424
197535
197634
197742
197847
197956
198066
198176
198267
198390
198472
198594
198684
198788
198872
198978
199095
1991105
1992125
1993129
1994149
1995142
1996188
1997213
1998247
1999312
2000346
2001415
2002478
2003626
2004895
20051,156
20061,369
20071,580
20081,905
20092,354
20102,860
20113,419
20123,560
20133,720
20144,333
20155,136
20165,525
20176,058
20186,878
20197,056
20207,695
20218,363
20228,410
20237,891
20248,123