Yasser
Yasser is a Muslim boy name meaning “Easy-going, prosperous, wealthy”.
| Meaning | Easy-going, prosperous, wealthy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | ياسر |
| Pronunciation | YAH-ser |
| Arabic root | ي س ر (y-s-r) — to be easy, to be well off |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Yasser
Yasser is the usual Egyptian and Levantine spelling of Yāsir; the double s reflects how the name is often written in French and English transliteration. It honours Yāsir ibn ʿĀmir, an early martyr of Islam and father of the Companion ʿAmmār. Well-known modern bearers include Yasser Arafat.
Is Yasser a Muslim name?
Yes. Yasser is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, a spelling of Yasir.
Where is the name Yasser used?
Very common in Egypt, Palestine, Saudi Arabia and the Gulf.
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Spellings and variants of Yasser
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yasser mean?
Yasser means 'Easy-going, prosperous, wealthy'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Yasser a Muslim name?
Yes. Yasser is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, a spelling of Yasir.
How do you write Yasser in Arabic?
Yasser is written ياسر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Yasser?
Yasser is pronounced YAH-ser.