Yasir Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Yasir is an Arabic name meaning 'easy' or 'prosperous'. It originates from the Arabic root 'y-s-r', signifying comfort and ease. The name has evolved through various historical forms and is commonly used in Arabic-speaking regions. It reflects positive traits and has no direct biblical relevance. Yasir has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in the Islamic community, and is associated with notable figures.
The name Yasir is most popular in Minnesota, 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. From 2020-2022, Yasir has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too 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, 'Yasir' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5274th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4426th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1759th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1340th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Yasir' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Yasir"
Pronunciation
/jɑːˈsɪər/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
Yasir is derived from the Arabic root 'y-s-r', which means 'to ease' or 'to make easy'. It reflects a positive connotation of simplicity and comfort.
Meaning
easy, prosperous
Language Evolution
Yasir (Arabic), Yasīr (classical Arabic), Yasiru (early forms)
Historical Usage
Yasir has been used in various Arabic-speaking countries and gained popularity in the Islamic world, especially since the rise of Muslim communities globally in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Yaseer, Yas, Yasri
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Yasir is commonly perceived as a modern and appealing name among Arabic-speaking populations and has gained recognition in multicultural societies.
Famous People
Yasir Arafat, Palestinian leader, Yasir Hussain, Pakistani actor and comedian
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Yasir"
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 "Yasir"
"Yasir" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5274th of 10718 | 59 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4426th of 16616 | 173 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1759th of 24088 | 1,191 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1340th of 23106 | 1,661 |
Regional Popularity of "Yasir" 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) |
- |
52.36% 2343rd/4475 |
- |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
32.96% 1510th/4582 |
16.44% 849th/5164 |
35.88% 2624th/7313 |
26.48% 1976th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
25.70% 1024th/3984 |
19.68% 883rd/4487 |
21.03% 1435th/6822 |
27.26% 1711th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Yasir" 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 "Yasir"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Yasir" 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.