Nas Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNAHZ / /nɑːz/Arabic; English
Meaning
protector; short form of Nasir (Arabic)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic, Nas means 'protector' and is often associated with the name Nasir, which has historical significance in Islamic culture. In English, Nas is recognized primarily as a modern short form, popularized by the American rapper Nas, contributing to its contemporary usage.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Nass
- Naze
International Variants
- Nasir (Arabic)
- Nash (English)
Famous people named Nas
Nas — rapper.
Fictional characters named Nas
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nas was first seen in the United States in 1997. Nas has ranked as high as #1325 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Nas has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nas (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 20 |
| 2017 | 22 |
| 2018 | 25 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 31 |
| 2021 | 25 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 13 |