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Aiden vs Asher

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aiden

Boy #47 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Little fire; born of fire"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#47
Total SSA Count
6,243
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Aiden Rank #47
Asher Rank #20

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 vs #47 for Aiden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aiden or Asher more popular?

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 compared to Aiden at #47 in the United States.

What do Aiden and Asher mean?

Aiden means "Little fire; born of fire" (Irish Gaelic origin). Asher means "fortunate, prosperous" (Hebrew origin).

Are Aiden and Asher boy or girl names?

Aiden is primarily a boy name. Asher is primarily a boy name.

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