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Stephen vs Asa

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Asa

Boy #475 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"healer, physician"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew American Scandinavian Japanese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#475
Total SSA Count
645
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Stephen Rank #378
Asa Rank #475

Stephen is more popular, ranked #378 vs #475 for Asa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stephen or Asa more popular?

Stephen is more popular, ranked #378 compared to Asa at #475 in the United States.

What do Stephen and Asa mean?

Stephen means "crown, wreath" (Ancient Greek origin). Asa means "healer, physician" (Hebrew origin).

Are Stephen and Asa boy or girl names?

Stephen is primarily a boy name. Asa is primarily a boy name.

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