Find out how popular the first name Nasere has been for the last 9 years (from 2000 to 2008) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Nasere by gender

Based on the last 9 years of data, Nasere is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2008, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Nasere.

The history of the first name Nasere

The given name Nasere has its origins in the Arabic language, with roots tracing back to the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Arabic word "nāṣir," which means "helper" or "protector." The name is closely associated with the Islamic faith and holds significant cultural and historical significance within the Arab world.

During the medieval period, the name Nasere gained prominence as it was borne by several notable figures in the Islamic world. One of the earliest recorded instances was Nasere al-Din, a Persian mathematician and astronomer who lived in the 13th century. He made significant contributions to the fields of geometry and astronomy, authoring several influential works that were widely studied in the region.

In the 14th century, the name Nasere was further popularized by Nasere al-Din al-Tusi, a renowned Persian polymath who excelled in various disciplines, including mathematics, astronomy, philosophy, and theology. He is credited with establishing one of the earliest modern universities in the city of Maragheh, which became a hub of learning and scientific inquiry during his time.

The name Nasere also holds religious significance, as it is mentioned in the Quran, the central religious text of Islam. In the Quranic verses, the word "nāṣir" is used to describe God as the ultimate helper and protector of the faithful. This association has contributed to the name's widespread use among Muslim communities.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Nasere, including:

1. Nasere al-Din Shah (1831-1896), the Qajar ruler of Persia (modern-day Iran) from 1848 to 1896.
2. Nasere al-Din al-Albani (1914-1999), a renowned Syrian Muslim scholar and expert in hadith (sayings of the Prophet Muhammad).
3. Nasere al-Din al-Nabulsi (1641-1730), a renowned Sunni Muslim scholar, mystic, and poet from Ottoman Syria.
4. Nasere al-Din al-Tusi (1201-1274), the Persian polymath and founder of the Maragheh Observatory mentioned earlier.
5. Nasere al-Din Mahmud Shah (1799-1837), the Qajar ruler of Persia from 1834 to 1848.

These individuals have left their mark on various aspects of Islamic history, culture, and intellectual pursuits, further solidifying the name Nasere as a significant and prestigious name within the Arab and Muslim world.

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