Yaseer
An Arabic name meaning leader or commander.
Name Census estimates that about 59 living Americans carry the first name Yaseer. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Yaseer today is around 8 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Yaseer births was 2022 (10 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Yaseer. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Yaseer with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Yaseer. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
59
~ 1 in 5,809,396 Americans
Peak year
2022
10 babies that year
Average age
8
years old
2024 SSA rank
#14,145
Tracked since 1999
Popularity
Yaseer: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Yaseer from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 34 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Yaseer by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Yaseer during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Yaseer
The name Yaseer has its origins in the Arabic language and culture, tracing its roots back to the 7th century. It is derived from the Arabic word "yasara," which means "to ease" or "to make something easier." This name gained prominence during the Islamic Golden Age, a period of significant cultural, economic, and scientific advancement in the Middle East and North Africa.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Yaseer can be found in the historical texts of early Islamic scholars and writers. It is believed that Yaseer was initially used as a descriptive term to refer to individuals who were known for their ability to simplify complex matters or facilitate processes.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Yaseer. One of the most prominent among them was Yaseer Arafat (1929-2004), a Palestinian leader and former chairman of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO). He played a pivotal role in the struggle for Palestinian self-determination and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1994, along with Yitzhak Rabin and Shimon Peres, for their efforts towards achieving peace in the Middle East.
Another notable figure was Yaseer Al-Rumayyan (born in 1970), a Saudi Arabian businessman and the current governor of the Public Investment Fund (PIF), one of the largest sovereign wealth funds in the world. He has played a significant role in driving economic diversification and investment strategies in Saudi Arabia.
In the realm of literature, Yaseer Badr (born in 1960) is a renowned Egyptian novelist and short story writer. His works often explore themes of identity, social issues, and the human condition. He has received numerous literary awards and accolades for his contributions to Arabic literature.
Yaseer Al-Serri (1928-2005) was a prominent Emirati poet and writer who played a crucial role in preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of the United Arab Emirates. His poetry and writings celebrated the rich traditions and values of his homeland, earning him widespread recognition and respect.
Another notable figure is Yaseer Qadhi (born in 1975), an American Muslim scholar, writer, and lecturer. He is widely recognized for his contributions to Islamic studies and his efforts in promoting a deeper understanding of Islam and its teachings.
These are just a few examples of the many individuals throughout history who have borne the name Yaseer. While the name's origins can be traced back to the Arabic language and Islamic culture, it has transcended geographical boundaries and gained recognition across various regions and communities.
People
Yaseer + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Yaseer as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with Y
Other first names starting with Y with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Yaseer: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Yaseer?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 59 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Yaseer going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 5,809,396 US residents.
Is Yaseer a common name?
We classify Yaseer as "Very Rare". It ranks above 56.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 59 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Yaseer most popular?
The single biggest year for Yaseer was 2022, when 10 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Yaseer is about 8 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Yaseer in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Yaseer a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Yaseer in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Yaseer still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Yaseer in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Yaseer can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are named Yaseer?
Find out how many people have the name Yaseer on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.