Ashar
Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Ashar: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2021.
Ashar is a name with diverse roots, most prominently Arabic, where it means "one who lives or is active at night" or "lion," evoking strength and vigilance. It also appears in Hebrew as a variant of Asher, meaning "happy" or "blessed." In a Scottish context, the name gained quiet recognition through Ashar Ahmed, a Scottish cricketer who played for the national team in the 2010s, bringing a modern, multicultural edge to the name. There is no major place connection, though the root "ashar" appears in some Middle Eastern place names. A notable variant is Asher, which has seen a steady rise in popularity across Scotland, making Ashar a distinctive yet familiar alternative for parents drawn to its strong, positive meaning.
Boy 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20213 babies
- Latest (2021)
- #7203 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2021
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y