Asher
Gender: Boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Fortunate, happy
Popularity: #23
Asher Meaning and Origin
The name Asher is a boy’s name meaning “fortunate, happy” and is of Hebrew origin. In the Bible, Asher was the eighth son of Jacob and the second son of Zilpah, Leah’s handmaid. The tribe of Asher was named after him, and its members settled in the northern region of Israel. The name Asher has been used consistently for centuries, and it remains a popular choice for parents around the world. It has also been used as a surname in some cultures. Asher is also an English surname from Middle English asche meaning: “someone who lived by an ash tree”. In terms of popularity, Asher has seen a steady rise in usage in recent years, particularly in the United States.
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