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Nasira

nah-SEE-rah · Victorious; bringer of victory

Peak popularity
2016
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Declining since 2017

Declining since 2017.

Popularity of Nasira since 1994

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

91726200020102020Most births 2016Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1990s17
2000s136
2010s122
2020s49

Meaning & origin

Nasira, a feminine form of Nasir, carries the resonant meaning of 'victorious' from its Arabic root n-s-r. First recorded in the United States in 1994, the name saw its peak usage in 2016, with a trajectory showing a declining trend since 2017. Despite its rarity, Nasira holds cultural depth and is favored in Arabic-speaking and Muslim communities. Its modern American presence remains modest, yet it offers a meaningful choice for families seeking a name with strength and heritage.

Nasira is a feminine form of the Arabic name Nasir, meaning 'helper' or 'supporter,' derived from the root n-s-r (to help, to support). It is also associated with the concept of victory (nasr). The name appears across the Arabic-speaking world and among Muslim communities, often given with the hope that the child will be victorious in life. As a modern given name in the United States, it has been in sporadic use since 1994, with a peak in 2016.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Nas, Sira

Variants: Naseera, Nasirah

Sibling names for Nasira

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Nasira mean?
Nasira means 'victorious' or 'bringer of victory,' derived from the Arabic root n-s-r, relating to help and victory.
How popular is the name Nasira?
Nasira is a rare name in the United States. It was first recorded in 1994 and reached its peak usage in 2016, but its rank is not available due to low frequency.
Is Nasira a girl's name or a boy's name?
Nasira is typically a girl's name, functioning as the feminine form of the masculine Nasir.