Rising since 1997, #1,942 for boys today.
Popularity of Jasir since 1997
Babies named Jasir per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 24 |
| 2000s | 498 |
| 2010s | 606 |
| 2020s | 630 |
Meaning & origin
Jasir is a name of Arabic origin that has seen increasing use in the United States since it first appeared in records in 1997. As of 2025, it ranks 1,942 nationwide, with a 1-in-21,621 occurrence rate. Its peak popularity came in 2021, and the trajectory has been steadily rising over the decades. The name is most common in Georgia, New Jersey, and North Carolina, reflecting concentrations of families of Arabic or Islamic heritage. For parents seeking a name with a strong, assertive meaning, Jasir offers a distinctive yet accessible choice.
Jasir derives from the Arabic root ج-س-ر (j-s-r), which conveys boldness and daring. The name has been used in Arabic-speaking communities as a masculine given name and appears in Islamic tradition as a descriptive epithet.
Where Jasir is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jas, Jasi
Sibling names for Jasir
Names that share Jasir's style, for a brother or sister.
