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Edwin vs Asa

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edwin

Boy #383 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rich friend, prosperous friend"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#383
Total SSA Count
850
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Edwin Rank #383
Asa Rank #475

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 vs #475 for Asa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edwin or Asa more popular?

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 compared to Asa at #475 in the United States.

What do Edwin and Asa mean?

Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin). Asa means "healer, physician" (Hebrew origin).

Are Edwin and Asa boy or girl names?

Edwin is primarily a boy name. Asa is primarily a boy name.

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