Yasir
Yasir is a Muslim boy name meaning “Easy-going, prosperous, wealthy”.
| Meaning | Easy-going, prosperous, wealthy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | ياسر |
| Pronunciation | YAH-sir |
| Arabic root | ي س ر (y-s-r) — to be easy, to be well off |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Yasir
Yāsir is an active participle from the root y-s-r, describing someone who makes things easy or lives in ease and comfort. Its fame comes from Yāsir ibn ʿĀmir, the father of ʿAmmār and husband of Sumayya; the family were tortured in Makkah for their faith, and Yāsir and Sumayya are remembered as among the first martyrs of Islam.
Is Yasir a Muslim name?
Yes. Yasir is a classic Muslim name of Arabic origin, honouring the early martyr Yasir ibn Amir.
Where is the name Yasir used?
Popular throughout the Arab world, Pakistan, India and Africa.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yasir mean?
Yasir means 'Easy-going, prosperous, wealthy'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Yasir a Muslim name?
Yes. Yasir is a classic Muslim name of Arabic origin, honouring the early martyr Yasir ibn Amir.
How do you write Yasir in Arabic?
Yasir is written ياسر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Yasir?
Yasir is pronounced YAH-sir.