Declining since 2017, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Asar since 2006
Babies named Asar per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2016, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Asar's real moment was 2023.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 17 |
| 2010s | 88 |
| 2020s | 72 |
Meaning & origin
Asar is a rare modern name in the United States, first recorded in 2006. It bears strong resemblance to the popular name Asher, from which it likely derives, but remains far less common. Asar reached its peak rank of 12,008 in 2023, and has been declining in use since 2017. Its estimated rarity is 1 in 341,615 newborns (based on 2025 data), placing it well outside the top 10,000. The name's straightforward spelling and familiar sound may appeal to parents seeking an uncommon alternative to Asher. Its top states are not recorded, indicating usage is scattered rather than regionally concentrated. Asar's meaning, if from Hebrew, is positive ('happy' or 'blessed'), which may contribute to its modest appeal. However, its trajectory suggests it has not gained widespread traction, remaining a niche choice.
Asar is most likely a modern variant of Asher, a Hebrew name from the Old Testament meaning 'happy' or 'blessed.' It may also be a transliteration of the Arabic name Asar (أثر), meaning 'traces' or 'footprints,' though this connection is less certain. The name has seen some use in the United States since the 2000s, likely as a simplified spelling of Asher.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ase, Ari
Sibling names for Asar
Names that share Asar's style, for a brother or sister.
