Asher
ASH-er /ˈæʃ.ər/
Meaning of Asher
Asher comes from the Hebrew אָשֵׁר (Asher), meaning 'happy' or 'blessed.' In the Hebrew Bible, Asher is one of Jacob's sons and the patriarch of one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The name was rare in English use before 2000 and has risen sharply in the past two decades.
Current popularity of Asher
Rankings from the most recent fully-published year in each national registry. Source links at the foot of the page.
| Registry | Year | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| United States (SSA) | 2024 | #21 |
Cultural notes
Steepest rise of any biblical boys' name in the 2010s — moved from rank 489 in 2000 to inside the US top 50.
Notable bearers of Asher
Asher (Genesis, son of Jacob); Asher Roth.
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Last reviewed: 2026-05-31