Declining since 2019.
Popularity of Ashyr since 2009
Babies named Ashyr per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 9 |
| 2010s | 108 |
| 2020s | 33 |
Meaning & origin
Ashyr is a very rare modern name first recorded in the United States in 2009. It reached its peak popularity in 2018, but since 2019 its usage has been falling. With no top states and no rank in national data, Ashyr remains a highly uncommon choice, likely influenced by names like Asher or Ashir. Its exact meaning is uncertain, but it may carry connotations of 'blessed' or 'happy' from its possible roots.
Ashyr appears to be a modern coinage, possibly derived from the Arabic name Ashir (عاشِر), meaning 'blessed' or 'companion'. However, it could also be a creative spelling of Asher, a Hebrew name meaning 'happy' or 'blessed'. First recorded in the United States in 2009, its usage is rare and likely reflects contemporary naming trends rather than a traditional etymology.
Sibling names for Ashyr
Names that share Ashyr's style, for a brother or sister.
