gender neutral
Asher
happy, blessed
About Asher
Bright, optimistic, and timelessly charming—Asher embodies joy in two simple syllables. This name has surged in popularity for excellent reasons: it sounds wonderful, feels positive, and carries an infectious energy that's impossible to resist. Asher has that golden-hour quality, warm and glowing, suggesting a sunny disposition and natural charisma. The strong opening vowel makes it memorable, while the gentle ending keeps it approachable rather than harsh. Parents across diverse backgrounds have embraced Asher, drawn to its universal appeal and the happiness it seems to radiate. The name works seamlessly in professional environments while never losing its friendly, personable quality. Asher suggests someone who lights up a room, who brings enthusiasm to everything they do, and who maintains optimism even in challenging times. It's substantial enough for formal occasions yet playful enough for everyday use. For families seeking a name that feels like sunshine wrapped in letters, Asher delivers that warmth consistently and beautifully.
Popularity of the Name Asher
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #822 | ||||
| 1881 | #787 | ||||
| 1885 | #842 | ||||
| 1886 | #766 | ||||
| 1887 | #826 | ||||
| 1895 | #983 | ||||
| 1983 | #930 | ||||
| 1985 | #940 | ||||
| 1992 | #958 | ||||
| 1993 | #944 | #341 | |||
| 1994 | #883 | #308 | |||
| 1995 | #929 | ||||
| 1996 | #774 | ||||
| 1997 | #728 | #460 | |||
| 1998 | #686 | #411 | #260 | ||
| 1999 | #600 | #441 | #360 | #759 | |
| 2000 | #578 | #525 | #704 | ||
| 2001 | #529 | #555 | #666 | ||
| 2002 | #484 | #493 | #294 | #651 | |
| 2003 | #411 | #522 | #310 | #755 | |
| 2004 | #335 | #403 | #303 | #428 | |
| 2005 | #288 | #493 | #198 | #318 | |
| 2006 | #252 | #434 | #180 | #368 | |
| 2007 | #233 | #536 | #162 | #316 | |
| 2008 | #206 | #484 | #177 | #259 | |
| 2009 | #165 | #450 | #174 | #611 | #227 |
| 2010 | #138 | #370 | #135 | #734 | #178 |
| 2011 | #113 | #454 | #137 | #170 | |
| 2012 | #108 | #328 | #96 | #147 | |
| 2013 | #104 | #416 | #114 | #139 | |
| 2014 | #92 | #324 | #87 | #619 | #129 |
| 2015 | #82 | #306 | #73 | #375 | #83 |
| 2016 | #71 | #315 | #76 | #494 | #98 |
| 2017 | #59 | #283 | #71 | #447 | #72 |
| 2018 | #47 | #222 | #54 | #547 | #69 |
| 2019 | #43 | #242 | #46 | #390 | #61 |
| 2020 | #32 | #189 | #45 | #351 | #49 |
| 2021 | #25 | #177 | #28 | #330 | #54 |
| 2022 | #20 | #161 | #31 | #241 | #56 |
| 2023 | #23 | #161 | #35 | #319 | #52 |
| 2024 | #20 | #155 | #35 | #220 | #46 |
| 2025 | #28 | #138 | #36 | #211 | #58 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Asher
Names Similar to Asher
Nicknames for Asher
- Ash
- Ashy
- Ace
- Ashey
Famous People Named Asher
| Asher Angel | American actor and singer |
| Asher Roth | American rapper |
| Asher Keddie | Australian actress |
| Asher Blinkoff | American child actor |
| Asher Monroe | American singer and actor |
| Asher Rothwell | British actor |
| Asher Brown Durand | American painter |
| Asher Pacey | Australian professional surfer |
| Asher D | British rapper and actor |
| Asher Vollmer | American video game designer |
| Asher Book | American actor and singer |
| Asher Allen | American football player |
| Asher Wojciechowski | American baseball player |
| Asher Fisch | Israeli conductor |
| Asher Ben-Natan | Israeli diplomat |
| Asher Luzzatto | Italian Jewish scholar and writer |
| Asher Levy | American colonial leader |
| Asher Perkins | American music producer |
| Asher Harris | American author |
Characters Named Asher
| Asher Lev | From Chaim Potok's novel "My Name Is Asher Lev" |
| Asher Forrester | From the video game "Game of Thrones - A Telltale Games Series" |
| Asher Millstone | From the TV series "How to Get Away with Murder" |
| Asher Talos | From the book series "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas |
| Asher Cohen | From the TV series "Transparent" |
| Asher Mir | From the TV series "Titans" |
| Asher Smith | From the TV series "Skins" |
| Asher Green | From the book series "The Covenant" by Jennifer L. Armentrout |
| Asher Gray | From the book series "Slammed" by Colleen Hoover |
| Asher Wolfe | From the book series "Scarpetta" by Patricia Cornwell |
| Asher Stone | From the TV series "Asher Stone - Ghost Hunter" |
| Asher Goodman | From the TV series "Intelligence" |
| Asher Talbot | From the TV series "Coronation Street" |
| Asher Flemming | From the book series "The Infernal Devices" by Cassandra Clare |
| Asher Howard | From the TV series "Four Weddings" |
| Asher Stallone | From the movie "The Bounce Back" |
| Asher Knight | From the book series "Midnight" by Lara Adrian |
| Asher Barnes | From the TV series "The Society" |
| Asher Pike | From the TV series "The Wilds" |