Nassir is an Arabic given name that means 'helper' or 'rescuer'. It is derived from the root verb 'n-s-r', which signifies 'to help' or 'to assist'. In Islamic tradition, Nassir is often associated with Prophet Muhammad's companion Abu Bakr al-Siddiq, who was known as Al-Nasir due to his brave defense of Islam during its early years. The name Nassir is also found among other Semitic languages such as Hebrew and Aramaic, with similar meanings. It has gained popularity worldwide, particularly in Muslim communities, and can be used for boys born into families practicing various religions or cultural backgrounds.
The name Nassir has seen significant growth in popularity over the years, with a notable spike in recent times. In the early to mid-90s, there were fewer than 10 births per year, but this number began to rise significantly in the late 90s and has remained consistently high ever since. The highest number of births recorded was in 2018, with a total of 54 babies named Nassir born that year. Over the entire period from 1991 to 2023, there have been a total of 930 births registered for this name.