Find out how popular the first name Tasir has been for the last 16 years (from 2006 to 2021) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Tasir by gender

Based on the last 16 years of data, Tasir is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2021, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Tasir.

The history of the first name Tasir

The name Tasir has its origins in the ancient Persian language, with roots tracing back to the 6th century BC during the Achaemenid Empire. It is derived from the Old Persian word "tâsir," which means "victorious" or "conquering." This name was commonly given to sons born into noble or warrior families, as a symbolic wish for them to lead a life of triumph and success.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Tasir can be found in the cuneiform inscriptions of Darius the Great, the third Persian king of the Achaemenid Empire (550-486 BC). These inscriptions mention a high-ranking official named Tasir who served as a military commander under Darius.

During the Sassanid Empire (224-651 AD), the name Tasir gained further prominence and was borne by several notable figures. One such individual was Tasir ibn Qubad (569-628 AD), a renowned scholar and mathematician who made significant contributions to the fields of astronomy and geometry.

In the Islamic era, the name Tasir found its way into Arabic literature and historical records. The 10th-century historical chronicle "Tarikh al-Rusul wa al-Muluk" (History of the Prophets and Kings) by al-Tabari mentions a military leader named Tasir al-Khurasani, who fought alongside the Abbasid caliphs during the early years of their reign.

Another notable figure with the name Tasir was Tasir al-Din Mahmud Ghazan (1271-1304), a influential ruler of the Ilkhanate dynasty in Persia. He is credited with converting to Islam and implementing various reforms in his empire.

In more recent times, the name Tasir has been borne by several individuals of Persian descent, including Tasir Mahallati (1892-1988), an Iranian poet and scholar who played a significant role in the literary renaissance of the early 20th century.

While the name Tasir is not as common today as it once was, it still holds a rich historical significance and a connection to the ancient Persian culture and language. Throughout its long history, the name has been associated with victory, conquest, and scholarly pursuits, reflecting the aspirations and values of the societies in which it was bestowed.

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