Declining since 2022, #8,243 for boys today.
Popularity of Yaasir since 2006
Babies named Yaasir per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2009, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Yaasir's real moment was 2025.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 26 |
| 2010s | 62 |
| 2020s | 39 |
Meaning & origin
Yaasir, an Arabic name meaning 'wealthy' or 'prosperous', has a modest presence in the United States. According to Social Security Administration data, the name first appeared on record in 2006, and its peak year of usage was 2023, the most recent year for which data is available. In 2023, the name was given to about 1 in every 189,786 boys, placing it at rank 8,243. However, its trajectory has been declining since 2022, suggesting a decrease in popularity. The name has not been reported in any specific top states, indicating its usage is spread thinly across the country. Yaasir remains a distinctive choice for families seeking a name with positive connotations and deep roots in Arabic tradition.
Yaasir is an Arabic name derived from the root y-s-r, which conveys ease and prosperity. It is related to the name Yasar and shares the meaning of wealth and abundance. The name has been used in the Arab world for centuries, often chosen for its positive connotations of financial well-being and ease in life.
“Yaasir” around the world
Where Yaasir lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Yasi, Yas
Sibling names for Yaasir
Names that share Yaasir's style, for a brother or sister.
