Nathan vs Asher

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nathan

Boy #62 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"he gave"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #20 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"fortunate, prosperous"

Origin: Hebrew

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Nathan Rank #62

Asher Rank #20

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 vs #62 for Nathan.

Is Nathan or Asher more popular?

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 compared to Nathan at #62 in the United States.

What do Nathan and Asher mean?

Nathan means "he gave" (Hebrew origin). Asher means "fortunate, prosperous" (Hebrew origin).

Are Nathan and Asher boy or girl names?

Nathan is primarily a boy name. Asher is primarily a boy name.