Modaser
An Arabic name meaning "teacher" or "instructor".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Modaser. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Modaser today is around 6 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Modaser births was 2020 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Modaser. 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 Modaser with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Modaser. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2020
5 babies that year
Average age
6
years old
2020 SSA rank
#13,407
Tracked since 2020
Popularity
Modaser: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Modaser 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 Modaser during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Modaser
The name Modaser has its origins in the Persian language and culture, tracing back to ancient Iran. It is believed to have derived from the Persian word "modasir," which means "helper" or "assistant." The name emerged during the pre-Islamic era, reflecting the importance of community and cooperation in Persian society.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Modaser can be found in the ancient Persian epic, the Shahnameh, written by the renowned poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th century. In this literary masterpiece, Modaser is depicted as a wise and loyal advisor to the king, emphasizing the name's association with trustworthiness and guidance.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Modaser. One of the most prominent was Modaser al-Balkhi, a Persian scholar and philosopher who lived in the 9th century. He made significant contributions to the fields of mathematics, astronomy, and logic, and his works influenced the intellectual discourse of his time.
Another distinguished figure was Modaser ibn Idris, a 10th-century Persian mathematician and astronomer. He authored several influential treatises on astronomy and introduced innovations in the calculation of planetary movements, solidifying his reputation as a pioneering scientist of the medieval Islamic world.
In the realm of literature, Modaser Qazvini was a renowned Persian poet and scholar who lived during the 13th century. His poetic works, which often explored themes of love, spirituality, and human nature, earned him widespread acclaim and cemented his place among the great literary figures of his era.
The name Modaser also found its way into the annals of Islamic history. Modaser al-Hussaini was a revered Shia scholar and jurist who lived in the 16th century. His profound knowledge of Islamic jurisprudence and his contributions to the development of Shia legal thought made him a highly influential figure within the Shia community.
Another notable figure was Modaser Khan, a 17th-century Persian military commander and statesman. He played a crucial role in the administration of the Safavid Empire and was renowned for his strategic acumen and leadership abilities, which helped shape the course of Persian history during that period.
These examples illustrate the rich heritage and versatility of the name Modaser, which has been borne by scholars, poets, religious figures, and military leaders throughout the centuries. Its Persian roots and associations with wisdom, guidance, and assistance have endured, reflecting the enduring cultural significance of this ancient name.
People
Modaser + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Modaser as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with M
Other first names starting with M with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Modaser: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Modaser?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Modaser 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 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Modaser a common name?
We classify Modaser as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Modaser most popular?
The single biggest year for Modaser was 2020, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Modaser is about 6 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 Modaser in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Modaser a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Modaser 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 Modaser still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Modaser 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 Modaser 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 common is the name Modaser?
For a quick modern take, check how many people share the name Modaser on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.