Rising since 1986, #1,030 for boys today.
Popularity of Yaseen since 1980
Babies named Yaseen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 23 |
| 1990s | 151 |
| 2000s | 667 |
| 2010s | 1,453 |
| 2020s | 1,043 |
Meaning & origin
Yaseen has been recorded in U.S. baby name data since 1980, and its popularity has been steadily rising, particularly since 1986. In 2025 it reached rank 1030, its peak year so far, with a frequency of about 1 in 7,945 births. The name is most commonly given in Virginia, New York, and New Jersey. This growth reflects a broader trend of Arabic and Islamic names gaining visibility in the United States. As a Quranic name with prophetic associations, Yaseen holds deep religious meaning for Muslim families, while its gentle sound and distinctive spelling appeal to parents seeking a name that is both spiritual and modern.
Yaseen is a direct Arabic name derived from the letters ي (Ya) and س (Seen) that open Surah 36 of the Quran. Islamic tradition interprets it as one of the names of the Prophet Muhammad, though its exact meaning is debated among scholars. It has been used across the Muslim world for centuries, often chosen for its religious significance and noble associations.
Where Yaseen is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Yaseen” around the world
Where Yaseen lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Ireland
4
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Yasi, Yas, Seen
Sibling names for Yaseen
Names that share Yaseen's style, for a brother or sister.
