Matthew vs Asher

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Matthew

Boy #33 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"gift of God"

Origin: Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh

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Boy #20 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"fortunate, prosperous"

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Matthew Rank #33

Asher Rank #20

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 vs #33 for Matthew.

Is Matthew or Asher more popular?

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 compared to Matthew at #33 in the United States.

What do Matthew and Asher mean?

Matthew means "gift of God" (Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh origin). Asher means "fortunate, prosperous" (Hebrew origin).

Are Matthew and Asher boy or girl names?

Matthew is primarily a boy name. Asher is primarily a boy name.