Yasir
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Helper, supporter, or protector
Origin: Arabic
Popularity: Ranked #1158 in 2025 with 181 babies born.
History: Yasir surged in the 2010s-2020s as an Arabic name meaning 'wealthy/easy.' The name represents the Arab-American naming tradition enriching American culture.
Similar names: yasira, yassir, yahsir, yashir, yair, yaira, yasiah, yeabsira
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Yasir? About 1 in 18,390 babies born in 2025 were named Yasir, or roughly 0.5 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Yasir
What does the name Yasir mean?
Yasir means “Helper, supporter, or protector” from Arabic roots.
What is the origin of the name Yasir?
Yasir has Arabic origin. The traditional meaning is “Helper, supporter, or protector”.
How popular is Yasir?
Yasir ranked #1156 in 2025 — given to 181 babies that year.
When was Yasir most popular?
Yasir peaked in 2019 with 205 babies registered that year.
Is Yasir a boy or girl name?
Yasir is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Yasirs in registered births are male.
Is the name Yasir rising or falling in popularity?
Yasir has risen 79 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #1235 in 2020 to #1156 in 2025.
How long has Yasir been recorded?
Yasir appears in birth records across 51 years — from 1974 through 2025.