Yaseen
Meaningtitle of a Quran chapter · Arabic
Yaseen is an Arabic boy name meaning “title of a Quran chapter”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- GenerationYaseen is having its moment right now. Most Yaseens are still in diapers or at preschool, so picture a Gen Alpha or Gen Beta kid.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Yaseen would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 7,943 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryYaseen first shows up in US birth records in 1980, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 45 years since.
- Where it's lovedWant to meet a lot of Yaseens? Head to Virginia, where it's the #563 boy name, its best showing of any state.
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About the name Yaseen
Yaseen is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning “title of a Quran chapter”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It has been around for generations, yet it's never been more loved than it is today. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Arabic names
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Questions about the name Yaseen
What does the name Yaseen mean?
Yaseen means “title of a Quran chapter” and comes from Arabic. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Yasin (“title of a Quran chapter”), Taha (“title of a Quran chapter”) and Yassin (“title of a Quran chapter”).
What is the origin of the name Yaseen?
Yaseen is Arabic in origin. Other Arabic names to consider are Caleb (“dog, faithful”), Silas (“of the forest”), Aaron (“possibly exalted”) and Amir (“prince, commander”).
Is Yaseen a boy or girl name?
Yaseen is a boy name. In 2025, 215 US boys were named Yaseen.
How popular is the name Yaseen?
Yaseen ranked #1,030 for US boys in 2025, given to 215 babies. That's its best rank ever: the name is at the height of its popularity right now. Over the last five years it has climbed 195 places.
What names are similar to Yaseen?
If you like Yaseen, you might also like Yasin, Taha and Yassin.
What should I know before naming my baby Yaseen?
Yaseen is an Arabic boy name meaning “title of a Quran chapter”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.