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Barrett vs Asher

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Asher

Boy #20 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"fortunate, prosperous"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#20
Total SSA Count
8,123
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Barrett Rank #186
Asher Rank #20

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 vs #186 for Barrett.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barrett or Asher more popular?

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 compared to Barrett at #186 in the United States.

What do Barrett and Asher mean?

Barrett means "bear strength, brave as a bear" (Germanic origin). Asher means "fortunate, prosperous" (Hebrew origin).

Are Barrett and Asher boy or girl names?

Barrett is primarily a boy name. Asher is primarily a boy name.

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