Declining since 2020, #486 for boys today.
Popularity of Nasir since 1973
Babies named Nasir per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 68 |
| 1980s | 156 |
| 1990s | 1,053 |
| 2000s | 5,666 |
| 2010s | 6,276 |
| 2020s | 4,698 |
Meaning & origin
Nasir entered U.S. records in 1973 and has seen steady use, peaking at its highest rank in 2021. Since 2020, its popularity has been falling. In 2025, it ranked 486th with a frequency of 1 in 2,768 boys. The name is most common in Washington D.C., Georgia, and Maryland. Its Arabic roots give it a strong cultural presence in Muslim communities, while its simple spelling and pronunciation have allowed it to cross over into broader use.
Nasir derives from the Arabic root n-s-r, conveying the idea of giving aid or victory. It appears in the Qur'an as an attribute of God (al-Nasir). The name has been borne by several historical figures, including Nasir al-Din al-Tusi, a 13th-century Persian polymath, and the 19th-century Egyptian ruler Muhammad Ali's son, Nasir. It remains common across the Muslim world.
Where Nasir is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nas
Sibling names for Nasir
Names that share Nasir's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Nasir
Names whose popularity has moved with Nasir's over the last 50 years.
