Nasir
Nasir is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Helper, supporter and giver of victory”.
| Meaning | Helper, supporter and giver of victory |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | ناصر |
| Pronunciation | NAH-sir |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Nasir
Nasir (Nāṣir) means a helper who brings victory. The root n-ṣ-r covers both help and triumph, and the name is among the most widespread Arabic boys' names, appearing in compounds such as Nāṣir al-Dīn, 'helper of the faith'. History offers bearers like the Persian poet-traveller Nāṣir Khusraw and the Abbasid caliph al-Nāṣir li-Dīn Allāh. Hausa speakers in Nigeria say Nasiru, and Egyptians Nasser.
Is Nasir a Muslim name?
Nasir is an Arabic name with a long Muslim history, often joined to words for the faith to mean its helper.
How popular is Nasir?
Nasir is used throughout the Muslim world, as Nasiru in northern Nigeria and Nasser in Egypt.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nasir mean?
Nasir means 'Helper, supporter and giver of victory'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Nasir a Muslim name?
Nasir is an Arabic name with a long Muslim history, often joined to words for the faith to mean its helper.
How do you pronounce Nasir?
Nasir is pronounced NAH-sir.
Is Nasir a boy or girl name?
Nasir is usually a boy name.