Nasser
Nasser is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Granting victory, triumphant, or helper.
Origin and history
Nasser is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning 'granting victory' or 'helper'. It has a long history of use across the Middle East and North Africa, often associated with leadership. In the United States, it remains a modest yet steady choice among parents looking for a traditional Arabic name.
Popularity in the United States
1,324 babies in the United States have been named Nasser since 1880. It ranks #3382 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1743.
States where it is most popular
- CA (37.6 %)
- NY (24.7 %)
- MI (20.9 %)
- IL (5.7 %)
- FL (3.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 20 |
| 1960-1970 | 45 |
| 1970-1980 | 92 |
| 1980-1990 | 146 |
| 1990-2000 | 218 |
| 2000-2010 | 302 |
| 2010-2019 | 317 |
| 2020-2029 | 184 |
Famous people named Nasser
- Nasser Hussain: Cricketer, Sports Commentator
- Nasser El Sonbaty: Bodybuilder
Fun facts
- Derived from the Arabic root n-s-r, which relates to help, assistance, and triumph.
- Over 1,300 boys in the United States have been given the name Nasser since 1880.