Yasin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Yasin is an Arabic name derived from the letters 'Ya' and 'Seen,' found in the Quran. It means rich or prosperous. The name has evolved through forms such as Yaseen and Yasīn. It is popular in Muslim cultures and is associated with spirituality. There is no biblical relevance to the name.
The name Yasin is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Yasin has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Yasin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5057th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3128th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2094th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1549th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Yasin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Yasin"
Pronunciation
/jɑːˈsiːn/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
Yasin is derived from the Arabic letters 'Ya' and 'Seen,' which are the first letters of the 36th chapter (Surah Ya-Sin) of the Quran. The name is often interpreted as a symbol of the unity and oneness of God.
Meaning
rich, prosperous
Language Evolution
Yasin, Yaseen, Yasīn
Historical Usage
The name Yasin gained popularity in Muslim cultures due to its association with the Quran and is often used in various regions including the Middle East and South Asia.
Variants & Derivatives
Yaseen, Yasīn
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Yasin is viewed positively in many Muslim communities as a name that embodies spirituality and connection to the Quran.
Famous People
Yasin Chaka, Yasin Abu Bakr, Yasin Al-Qadi
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Yasin"
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 "Yasin"
"Yasin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5057th of 10718 | 65 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3128th of 16616 | 290 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2094th of 24088 | 941 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1549th of 23106 | 1,323 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Yasin" 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) |
- |
49.61% 1728th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
30.86% 1381st/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
53.93% 2471st/4582 |
18.73% 967th/5164 |
42.77% 3128th/7313 |
36.17% 2699th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
39.26% 1564th/3984 |
18.41% 826th/4487 |
28.22% 1925th/6822 |
25.94% 1628th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Yasin" 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 "Yasin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Yasin" 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.