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Asa vs Stephen

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

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Popularity Comparison

Asa Rank #475
Stephen Rank #378

Stephen is more popular, ranked #378 vs #475 for Asa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Asa or Stephen more popular?

Stephen is more popular, ranked #378 compared to Asa at #475 in the United States.

What do Asa and Stephen mean?

Asa means "healer, physician" (Hebrew origin). Stephen means "crown, wreath" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Asa and Stephen boy or girl names?

Asa is primarily a boy name. Stephen is primarily a boy name.

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