Jacob vs Asher

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jacob

Boy #41 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Supplanter; one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #20 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"fortunate, prosperous"

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Jacob Rank #41

Asher Rank #20

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 vs #41 for Jacob.

Is Jacob or Asher more popular?

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 compared to Jacob at #41 in the United States.

What do Jacob and Asher mean?

Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Asher means "fortunate, prosperous" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jacob and Asher boy or girl names?

Jacob is primarily a boy name. Asher is primarily a boy name.