Asa vs Salem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Asa

Boy #475 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"healer, physician"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew American Scandinavian Japanese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#475
Total SSA Count
645
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Asa Rank #475
Salem Rank #635

Asa is more popular, ranked #475 vs #635 for Salem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Asa or Salem more popular?

Asa is more popular, ranked #475 compared to Salem at #635 in the United States.

What do Asa and Salem mean?

Asa means "healer, physician" (Hebrew origin). Salem means "peace, complete" (Hebrew origin).

Are Asa and Salem boy or girl names?

Asa is primarily a boy name. Salem is primarily a boy name.

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