Hayes vs Asher

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hayes

Boy #160 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"hedge dweller, from the enclosure"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #20 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"fortunate, prosperous"

Origin: Hebrew

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Hayes Rank #160

Asher Rank #20

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 vs #160 for Hayes.

Is Hayes or Asher more popular?

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 compared to Hayes at #160 in the United States.

What do Hayes and Asher mean?

Hayes means "hedge dweller, from the enclosure" (Old English origin). Asher means "fortunate, prosperous" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hayes and Asher boy or girl names?

Hayes is primarily a boy name. Asher is primarily a boy name.