Declining since 2016, #4,249 for boys today.
Popularity of Ascher since 2004
Babies named Ascher per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 85 |
| 2010s | 284 |
| 2020s | 150 |
Meaning & origin
Ascher is a modern spelling of the ancient name Asher, which has been borne across cultures for centuries. In 2025, Ascher was given to about 1 in 71,170 boys in the United States, making it a very rare choice. Its peak popularity occurred in 2013, and since 2016 its usage has been declining. Because Ascher has been recorded only since 2004, it is a very recent name, possibly influenced by the broader trend of 'Ash' names. Parents drawn to this spelling may appreciate its distinct look while retaining the sound and heritage of the better-known Asher.
Ascher is a modern spelling variant of the biblical name Asher, which means 'happy' or 'blessed' in Hebrew. Asher was one of the twelve sons of Jacob, and the name has been used among Jewish, Christian, and secular families. The 'c' variant may have arisen as a respelling to achieve a particular sound or style, or as a German-influenced form. Small in usage, Ascher has been recorded in the United States since the early 2000s, with peak popularity in 2013.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ash
Sibling names for Ascher
Names that share Ascher's style, for a brother or sister.
