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Waylon vs Asher

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Waylon

Boy #65 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wayside land, roadside settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American Southern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#65
Total SSA Count
4,878
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Waylon Rank #65
Asher Rank #20

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 vs #65 for Waylon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Waylon or Asher more popular?

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 compared to Waylon at #65 in the United States.

What do Waylon and Asher mean?

Waylon means "wayside land, roadside settlement" (Old English origin). Asher means "fortunate, prosperous" (Hebrew origin).

Are Waylon and Asher boy or girl names?

Waylon is primarily a boy name. Asher is primarily a boy name.

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