Asher vs William

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Asher

Boy #20 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"fortunate, prosperous"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

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Asher Rank #20

William Rank #10

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #20 for Asher.

Is Asher or William more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Asher at #20 in the United States.

What do Asher and William mean?

Asher means "fortunate, prosperous" (Hebrew origin). William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Asher and William boy or girl names?

Asher is primarily a boy name. William is primarily a boy name.