Nasir

Boy's name

Nasir is an Arabic name meaning "supporter" or "helper." It is derived from the Arabic word "nasara," which means "to help" or "to support."

Meaning Helper
Origin Arabic
U.S. births in 2023 702
Peak year 2019

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Nasir Jones (Nas) - Rapper, songwriter, actor
  • Nasir al-Din al-Tusi - Persian polymath, philosopher, scientist
  • Nasir Hossain - Bangladeshi cricketer
  • Nasir Jamshed - Pakistani cricketer
  • Nasir Adderley - American football player
  • Nasir Mazhar - British fashion designer
  • Nasir Khan - Indian film actor
  • Nasir Ahmed - Indian politician
  • Nasir El-Rufai - Nigerian politician

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