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Nasia

NAY-zhee-uh · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Nasya or a feminine form of Nasir, meaning 'helper' or 'protector' in Arabic.

2025 rank (girls)
#11,932
Babies named in 2025
7
Peak popularity
1999
2025 frequency
1 in 229,610 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Declining since 2000

Declining since 2000, #11,932 for girls today.

Popularity of Nasia since 1982

Babies named Nasia per year in U.S. Social Security records.

1529441990200020102020Most births 1999Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1980s16
1990s125
2000s233
2010s58
2020s54

Meaning & origin

Nasia is a modern and rare name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1982. Its usage peaked in 1999, after which it has been in gradual decline, particularly since 2000. The name's origin is unclear, but it may be a creative spelling variant of Nasya or a feminine form of the Arabic name Nasir, meaning 'helper' or 'protector'. With a current ranking of 11,932, Nasia remains an uncommon choice, given to roughly 1 in 229,610 babies in 2025. Its trajectory of falling popularity suggests it is a distinctive option for parents seeking a name that is both modern and rare.

Nasia is a modern name of uncertain derivation. It may be a variant of Nasya, a name used in the United States since the late 20th century, or a feminine form of Nasir, an Arabic name meaning 'helper' or 'protector'. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1982 and saw modest use, particularly in the 1990s.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Nasi, Sia, Nay

Variants: Nasya, Nasiya

Sibling names for Nasia

Names that share Nasia's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Malia, Sanaa, Zara, Naya, Kira

Brothers: Kai, Amir, Zane, Elian, Nasir

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Nasia mean?
The meaning of Nasia is uncertain. It may be a variant of Nasya or a feminine form of the Arabic name Nasir, meaning 'helper' or 'protector'.
How popular is the name Nasia?
Nasia is a rare name. As of 2025, it ranks 11,932 in the United States, with about 1 in 229,610 baby girls given the name that year.
Is Nasia a boy or girl name?
Nasia is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.