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Nassir

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Nassir Pronunciation

Nassir is 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 (2024)#3428 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births34 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2019
Total births (all-time)≈ 965

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201919912024

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

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

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Nasir— the standard spelling of the same helper
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How do you pronounce Nassir?

Nassir is pronounced nah-SEER (/nɑˈsɪr/). Press play above to hear Nassir said aloud.

How do you say Nassir?

Nassir is said nah-SEER (/nɑˈsɪr/). Press play above to hear Nassir said aloud.

What does the name Nassir mean?

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

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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