"one who gives victory"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Arabic
Nasir
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The Story of Nasir
Nasir is an Arabic name derived from the root n-s-r, meaning to help, to support, or to give victory. It is one of the 99 names of Allah in Islam (Al-Nasir, meaning The Helper). The name has been widely used across the Arab world and among Muslim communities globally for over a thousand years, carried by caliphs, scholars, and leaders.
In the United States, Nasir gained cultural visibility through rapper Nas (born Nasir Jones), one of the most acclaimed hip-hop artists of all time. His 1994 debut album Illmatic is widely considered one of the greatest rap albums ever made.
Nasir holds deep significance in Islamic tradition as one of the divine names. Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser bore a variant of this name, making it prominent in 20th-century Arab political history.
Historical Record
Nasir first appeared in US Social Security records in 1973.
Over 17,290 babies have been named Nasir in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nasir is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #450 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Nasir is one of the 99 names of Allah in Islamic tradition
- Rapper Nas (Nasir Jones) named his debut album Illmatic (1994), widely considered a hip-hop masterpiece
Nasir in Other Languages
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Popularity Over Time
#450
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Nasir
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Nas
Musician
1973
Influential American rapper and songwriter born Nasir Jones, known for the classic album Illmatic
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Gamal Abdel Nasser
Politician
1918
President of Egypt (1956-1970) and pan-Arab nationalist leader
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #450
- Total SSA Count
- 702
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Muslim African-American
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Nas
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nasir
What does the name Nasir mean?
"one who gives victory" (from Arabic). Nasir is an Arabic name derived from the root n-s-r, meaning to help, to support, or to give victory. It is one of the 99 names of Allah in Islam (Al-Nasir, meaning The Helper). The name has been widely used across the Arab world and among Muslim communities globally for over a thousand years, carried by caliphs, scholars, and leaders.
What is the origin of the name Nasir?
Nasir has Arabic, Muslim, and African-American origins. In Arabic, it means "one who gives victory".
Is Nasir a boy or girl name?
Nasir is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #450. As a girl name, it is ranked #30267. Nasir is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Nasir?
Nasir is currently ranked #450 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Nasir?
Common nicknames for Nasir include Nas.
What are good middle names for Nasir?
Popular middle name pairings include Nasir James, Nasir Ali, Nasir Omar, Nasir Malik, Nasir David, Nasir Emmanuel, and Nasir Khalil.
What are good sibling names for Nasir?
Names that pair well with Nasir as siblings include Malik, Zaid, Imani, Amara, Khalid, Layla, and Tariq.
How many syllables does Nasir have?
Nasir has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Nasir a common or rare name?
Nasir is a popular name, ranked #450 for boys. It is well-known without being overused.
What boy names are similar to Nasir?
Are there other spellings for Nasir?
Related spellings include Nasiah.
About the Name Nasir
Nasir is a boy name with Arabic, Muslim, and African-American origins . The name means "one who gives victory" in Arabic .
Is Nasir a boy or girl name? Nasir is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #450 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #30,267. Nasir is more commonly used as a boy name.
Nasir is currently ranked #450 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Nasir has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Nasir include Nas. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Nasir include Nasiah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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