Asir
2025 SSA
About Asir
Asir is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins and meanings. In Arabic, it can mean "captive" or "prisoner," while it also refers to a region in southwestern Saudi Arabia known for its beautiful mountains and valleys. In Hindi and Sanskrit traditions, Asir relates to "blessing" or "benediction." The name has remained relatively uncommon in Western countries but has seen some usage in Middle Eastern, North African, and South Asian communities. Asir's brevity and strong sound make it distinctive while still being easy to pronounce across different languages. The name carries a powerful presence despite its short length, with rich cultural connections that might appeal to parents seeking a name with international roots and meaningful associations.
Pronounced ah-SEER.
As of October 2026, Asir ranked #4721 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2700 for boys in 2019.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | #4,232 | 24 | 13 |
| 2018 | #2,950 | 40 | 22 |
| 2019 | #2,700 | 47 | 26.2 |
| 2020 | #2,930 | 40 | 23.2 |
| 2021 | #3,305 | 35 | 20 |
| 2022 | #3,282 | 36 | 20.6 |
| 2023 | #4,004 | 27 | 15.8 |
| 2024 | #3,601 | 31 | 18 |
| 2025 | #4,721 | 21 | 12.3 |