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Nassir

♂ Boy

Pronounced nah-SEER /nɑˈsɪr/High

Meaning: Helper, supporter, defender; double-s spelling of Nasir, from the Arabic root for aid and victoryHigh

In 30 seconds: The one who shows up: Nassir means 'helper, defender' — Nasir with a double-s reinforcement. Hip-hop's greatest one-name MC made the sound iconic.
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Origin HighArabic
MeaningHelper, supporter, defender; double-s spelling of Nasir, from the Arabic root for aid and victory
U.S. rank (2025)#3918 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births28 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2019
Total births (all-time)≈ 993

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201919912025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Nassir doubles the s of Nasir — Arabic 'helper, supporter', from the victory-root n-s-r, an epithet in royal names from Saladin's dynasty (al-Nasir) onward. American use grew through Muslim families and hip-hop's Nas, with NBA guard Nassir Little carrying the double-s onto courts.

It remains uncommon — a name whose job description is showing up for people.

Did you know? Nas — born Nasir bin Olu Dara Jones — turned this root's short form into rap's most respected single syllable; Nassir is the same help, spelled stronger.
Overall data confidence 88%
Behind the Name — Nasir — etymology

Variations

NasirNaseerNasser

Nicknames

Nas

Famous Bearers

  • ★Nassir Little (2000-)
    American professional basketball player drafted by the Portland Trail Blazers

If you like Nassir…

Nasir— the standard spelling of the same helper
Nasser— the 'victorious' brother from the same root
Amir— the companion Arabic classic in American use
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Frequently Asked

What does the name Nassir mean?

Nassir is a spelling of Nasir, Arabic for 'helper, supporter, defender'.

How do you pronounce Nassir?

It's said nah-SEER /nɑˈsɪr/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Nassir a boy or girl name?

Nassir is a boy's name.

How popular is Nassir?

Nassir is an uncommon spelling in the U.S.

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