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David vs Asher

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

David Rank #31
Asher Rank #20

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is David or Asher more popular?

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

What do David and Asher mean?

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

Are David and Asher boy or girl names?

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

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