ياسر

Yaser

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Yaser is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Easy-going, prosperous”.

MeaningEasy-going, prosperous
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Written asياسر
PronunciationYAH-ser
TraditionMuslim
Used inIran, Turkey, Levant, Gulf States

Meaning and origin of Yaser

Yaser is a familiar spelling of Yasir, a name whose root speaks of ease and plenty. It honours Yasir ibn 'Amir, who accepted Islam in Makkah in its earliest days along with his wife Sumayya and their son 'Ammar. He became one of the first believers to lose his life because of his faith. Iranians and Turks usually write the name this way, and it is also seen in parts of the Arab world.

Is Yaser a Muslim name?

Yaser is an Arabic name honouring the early martyr Yasir ibn Amir.

How popular is Yaser?

It is found across the Arab world and is the usual Persian and Turkish spelling.

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Spellings and variants of Yaser

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Yaser mean?

Yaser means 'Easy-going, prosperous'. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Yaser a Muslim name?

Yaser is an Arabic name honouring the early martyr Yasir ibn Amir.

How do you pronounce Yaser?

Yaser is pronounced YAH-ser.

Is Yaser a boy or girl name?

Yaser is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.