Yasser Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Yasser originates from Arabic, meaning easy or prosperous, evolving from roots associated with facilitation. It is linked with positive traits and has gained popularity particularly in the 20th century among Arabic-speaking communities. The name does not have a biblical background. Notable people with the name include Yasser Arafat and Yasser Seirawan.
The name Yasser is most popular in Massachusetts, 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, Yasser has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled 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, 'Yasser' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5873rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4853rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3793rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2632nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Yasser' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Yasser"
Pronunciation
/ˈjɑːsər/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Yasser is derived from the Arabic root 'y-s-r', which means 'to be easy' or 'to facilitate'. It conveys a sense of ease and comfort.
Meaning
easy, prosperous, affluent
Language Evolution
Yasir, Yasser
Historical Usage
Yasser gained popularity in Arabic-speaking countries and among Muslim communities during the 20th century, often associated with positive traits and favorable meanings.
Variants & Derivatives
Yasir, Yassir, Yas
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Yasser is perceived positively, often associated with kindness and simplicity. It is a popular name among Arabic-speaking populations.
Famous People
Yasser Arafat, a prominent Palestinian political leader, Yasser Seirawan, an American chess player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Yasser"
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 "Yasser"
"Yasser" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5873rd of 10718 | 45 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4853rd of 16616 | 152 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3793rd of 24088 | 386 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2632nd of 23106 | 588 |
Regional Popularity of "Yasser" 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) |
- |
50.68% 2617th/5164 |
50.21% 3672nd/7313 |
48.32% 3606th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
65.76% 2620th/3984 |
42.39% 1902nd/4487 |
39.23% 2676th/6822 |
49.52% 3108th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Yasser" 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 "Yasser"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Yasser" 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.