Elias vs Asher

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elias

Boy #25 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"the Lord is my God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Greek Scandinavian German Spanish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#25
Total SSA Count
7,653
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Elias Rank #25
Asher Rank #20

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 vs #25 for Elias.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elias or Asher more popular?

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 compared to Elias at #25 in the United States.

What do Elias and Asher mean?

Elias means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew origin). Asher means "fortunate, prosperous" (Hebrew origin).

Are Elias and Asher boy or girl names?

Elias is primarily a boy name. Asher is primarily a boy name.

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