Yaser Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Yaser is an Arabic name meaning 'easy' or 'prosperous'. It evolved from historical forms such as Yasir and has gained popularity in the 20th century among Arabic-speaking communities. The name is characterized by its positive connotations. It does not have biblical relevance, and notable figures with this name include Yaser Arafat and Yaser Kasim.
The name Yaser is most popular in Illinois, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Yaser has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Yaser' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7263rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6096th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6520th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5945th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Yaser' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Yaser"
Pronunciation
/ˈjɑː.sər/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Yaser is derived from the Arabic root 'y-s-r', which means 'to be easy' or 'to be prosperous'.
Meaning
easy, prosperous
Language Evolution
Yasir, Yaser, Yasr
Historical Usage
The name Yaser has been commonly used in Arabic-speaking countries and among Muslim communities since the 20th century, gaining popularity as a modern name.
Variants & Derivatives
Yasir, Yasir, Yas
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Yaser is perceived as a strong and positive name, often associated with success and ease.
Famous People
Yaser Arafat - Palestinian political leader, Yaser Kasim - Iraqi professional footballer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Yaser"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Yaser"
"Yaser" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7263rd of 10718 | 24 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6096th of 16616 | 102 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6520th of 24088 | 176 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5945th of 23106 | 176 |
Regional Popularity of "Yaser" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
- | - |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Yaser" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Yaser"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Yaser" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.