Asher vs Dylan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dylan

Boy #28 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of the sea"

Origin: Welsh mythology

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#28
Total SSA Count
7,464
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dyl

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Asher Rank #20
Dylan Rank #28

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 vs #28 for Dylan.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Asher ___

  • Asher James
  • Asher Cole
  • Asher Gray
  • Asher Bennett
  • Asher Thomas
  • Asher River

Dylan ___

  • Dylan James
  • Dylan Thomas
  • Dylan Lee
  • Dylan Ryan
  • Dylan Paul
  • Dylan Michael

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Asher

Ezra Silas Ivy Elijah Hazel

If you choose Dylan

Owen Rowan Nora Fiona Callum

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Asher or Dylan more popular?

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 compared to Dylan at #28 in the United States.

What do Asher and Dylan mean?

Asher means "fortunate, prosperous" (Hebrew origin). Dylan means "son of the sea" (Welsh mythology origin).

Are Asher and Dylan boy or girl names?

Asher is primarily a boy name. Dylan is primarily a boy name.

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