Rising since 2012, #5,208 for boys today.
Popularity of Asier since 2007
Babies named Asier per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 83 |
| 2020s | 128 |
Meaning & origin
Asier entered the U.S. naming charts in 2007 and has been steadily rising, with a peak in 2024. Its rank of 5,208 in 2025 and a 1-in-94,893 occurrence highlight its rarity, but the trajectory since 2012 shows growing interest, particularly in Basque communities and among parents seeking distinctive Spanish or Basque names.
Asier is a Basque name derived from the word 'hasier' meaning 'beginning' or 'start.' It has been used in the Basque Country since the late 20th century and gained popularity as a given name in Spain, particularly in the Basque region. The name is often associated with the concept of new beginnings.
Sibling names for Asier
Names that share Asier's style, for a brother or sister.
