Masculine dossier · first seen 1880

Asher

Rising Gaining cultural share #28 boys’ name in 2025
Peak era
2022
Peak births
8,418
Current vitality
Strong
Peak generation
Gen Alpha
1880Peak 20222025
peak 2022 2025 18801900192019401960198020002020

Quick answers about Asher

How many people are named Asher?

An estimated 109,695 living Americans are named Asher.

How rare is Asher?

Asher is still widely used among babies today, with 7,456 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 11.4% from its 2022 peak. It was the #28 boys’ name in 2025.

How old is the typical Asher?

The median age of a living American named Asher is approximately 8 years, with most bearers falling between 4 and 12 years old.

Is Asher still popular?

Yes — Asher is currently rising in popularity, with 7,456 births in 2025. Births this decade are running about 2.4× higher than the previous decade.

Peak year
2022
Decline from peak
11.4%
2025
7,456
All-time
111,227