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Roman vs Asher

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Roman

Boy #52 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"citizen of Rome, Roman"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Latin English Polish Russian French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#52
Total SSA Count
5,474
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Roman Rank #52
Asher Rank #20

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 vs #52 for Roman.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roman or Asher more popular?

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 compared to Roman at #52 in the United States.

What do Roman and Asher mean?

Roman means "citizen of Rome, Roman" (Latin origin). Asher means "fortunate, prosperous" (Hebrew origin).

Are Roman and Asher boy or girl names?

Roman is primarily a boy name. Asher is primarily a boy name.

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