Yasin Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationYAH-seen / jɑːˈsiːnArabic; Turkish
Meaning
Arabic: 'rich' or 'wealthy'; Turkish: 'a name derived from the Quran'
Historical & Cultural Background
Yasin is a name of Arabic origin, often associated with a chapter in the Quran. It is popular in various Muslim communities around the world. The name is sometimes used as a term of endearment or respect. In Turkey, Yasin is commonly given to boys and has cultural significance.
Trend Summary
Yasin has seen a steady presence in U.S. naming trends, particularly within Muslim communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Yasine
- Yasyn
International Variants
- Yasín (Spanish)
- Yasine (French)
- Yasin (Indonesian)
Famous people named Yasin
Yasin Alakbarov is a prominent Azerbaijani politician known for his contributions to local governance.
Yasin Ayhan is a Turkish musician recognized for his work in contemporary Turkish music.
Yasin Keleş is a Turkish football player who has played for various clubs in Turkey.
Yasin Kadir is a well-known author in the Middle East, celebrated for his novels.
Fictional characters named Yasin
Yasin is a character in the novel 'The Last Prophet' by A. H. Al-Basri, representing a faithful follower.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yasin was first seen in the United States in 1971. Yasin has ranked as high as #1229 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in New York, California, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Yasin has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yasin (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 19 | |
| NY | 14 | |
| PA | 7 | |
| TX | 6 | |
| MI | 5 | |
| MN | 5 | |
| OH | 5 | |
| KY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 15 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 13 |
| 1988 | 23 |
| 1989 | 23 |
| 1990 | 15 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 21 |
| 1993 | 27 |
| 1994 | 25 |
| 1995 | 28 |
| 1996 | 27 |
| 1997 | 30 |
| 1998 | 37 |
| 1999 | 47 |
| 2000 | 47 |
| 2001 | 49 |
| 2002 | 54 |
| 2003 | 42 |
| 2004 | 65 |
| 2005 | 68 |
| 2006 | 60 |
| 2007 | 67 |
| 2008 | 71 |
| 2009 | 83 |
| 2010 | 80 |
| 2011 | 63 |
| 2012 | 78 |
| 2013 | 88 |
| 2014 | 105 |
| 2015 | 103 |
| 2016 | 113 |
| 2017 | 102 |
| 2018 | 111 |
| 2019 | 123 |
| 2020 | 127 |
| 2021 | 114 |
| 2022 | 106 |
| 2023 | 122 |
| 2024 | 109 |