Jasir Boy

Popularity: #859 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JAH-seer //ˈdʒɑː.sɪr//

Origin: Arabic; Hebrew

Meaning: Arabic: victorious; Hebrew: healer

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Jasir has its roots in Arabic, derived from the root word "j-s-r," which means "to be strong" or "to be powerful." This etymological foundation reflects qualities of strength and resilience. The name is often associated with various forms in Arabic-speaking cultures, where it may also be interpreted as "brave" or "courageous." The transition of the name into other languages and cultures typically retains these connotations of strength and valor, although the specific forms may vary.

Historically, the name Jasir has been borne by notable figures in Islamic history, particularly during the early centuries of Islam. While specific individuals named Jasir may not be widely documented in historical texts, the name's association with strength and bravery aligns with the values celebrated in Islamic tradition.

The name may also resonate with the broader cultural narratives found in Arabic literature and poetry, where themes of heroism and valor are prevalent. In terms of cultural significance, the name Jasir embodies qualities that are highly esteemed in many societies, particularly within the Arab world.

Names that convey strength and courage often carry symbolic weight, serving as aspirational identifiers for individuals. This cultural resonance contributes to the name's endurance across generations, as it reflects ideals that are universally admired.

Related forms of the name, such as Jaser or Jassir, may also be encountered, each carrying similar meanings and associations.

Sibling suggestions

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Jasir was first seen in the United States in 1997.

Jasir has ranked as high as #2810 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, and Georgia.

In the past 5 years the name Jasir has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Jasir is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Jasir was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Jasir.

Year Total Births Boy
2025 79 79
2024 105 105
2023 101 101
2022 99 99
2021 139 139
2020 107 107
2019 80 80
2018 59 59
2017 71 71
2016 60 60
2015 46 46
2014 46 46
2013 53 53
2012 51 51
2011 68 68
2010 72 72
2009 67 67
2008 70 70
2007 88 88
2006 59 59
2005 61 61
2004 59 59
2003 34 34
2002 26 26
2001 17 17
2000 17 17
1999 13 13
1998 5 5
1997 6 6

Top States for Jasir (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
GA 10
17%
NC 9
15%
PA 9
15%
NY 7
12%
SC 7
12%
VA 7
12%
DE 5
8%
FL 5
8%