Yaseen: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: y-ahs-eh-ehn
Origin: Jordan
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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North Africa, Western Asia, Middle East
Meaning: Chief

Yaseen is a name of profound significance in the Arabic world, rooted in Islamic traditions. It means 'chief, ''leader, ''enlightened, 'or 'compassionate, 'reflecting qualities of leadership and spiritual enlightenment. The name originates from the Arabic letters 'ya'and 'sin, 'which are also the title of the 36th chapter of the Quran, Ya-Sin. This chapter is revered for its spiritual and moral teachings. Over time, the use of Yaseen has remained relatively consistent in its cultural and religious significance, making it a cherished choice for parents seeking a name with deep roots in Islamic heritage.

Yaseen Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Yaseen is currently #2263 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Yaseen is currently #1004 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Yaseen is currently #1163 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Yaseen is currently #514 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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