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Asher vs David

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

David

Boy #31 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, darling"

Origin: Hebrew Dawid from dod

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Spanish French Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#31
Total SSA Count
7,317
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Asher Rank #20
David Rank #31

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 vs #31 for David.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Asher or David more popular?

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 compared to David at #31 in the United States.

What do Asher and David mean?

Asher means "fortunate, prosperous" (Hebrew origin). David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin).

Are Asher and David boy or girl names?

Asher is primarily a boy name. David is primarily a boy name.

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