Yasser Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationYAH-ser / /ˈjæsər/Arabic
Meaning
one who is rich or prosperous
Historical & Cultural Background
Yasser is a name of Arabic origin commonly used in various cultures across the Middle East and North Africa. It is often associated with positive attributes such as wealth and prosperity. The name has been popularized in modern times through notable figures in politics and media.
Trend Summary
The name Yasser has seen moderate popularity in the United States, particularly among Arabic-speaking communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Yasir
- Yassir
International Variants
- Yasser (Arabic)
- Yasir (Arabic)
Famous people named Yasser
Yasser Arafat was a Palestinian political leader and a key figure in the Palestinian Liberation Organization.
Yasser Seirawan is an American chess player and author, known for his contributions to chess literature.
Yasser Al-Qahtani is a retired Saudi Arabian footballer who played as a forward and was part of the national team.
Yasser Ibrahim is an Egyptian footballer known for his defensive skills in club and international competitions.
Fictional characters named Yasser
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yasser was first seen in the United States in 1975. Yasser has ranked as high as #1362 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in New York, California, Florida, Massachusetts, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Yasser has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yasser (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 | |
| FL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 15 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1994 | 14 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 19 |
| 2004 | 21 |
| 2005 | 30 |
| 2006 | 40 |
| 2007 | 19 |
| 2008 | 25 |
| 2009 | 30 |
| 2010 | 25 |
| 2011 | 30 |
| 2012 | 45 |
| 2013 | 49 |
| 2014 | 41 |
| 2015 | 44 |
| 2016 | 61 |
| 2017 | 60 |
| 2018 | 42 |
| 2019 | 57 |
| 2020 | 41 |
| 2021 | 36 |
| 2022 | 61 |
| 2023 | 52 |
| 2024 | 44 |