UK boy's name
Nassor
An Arabic name meaning "conqueror" or "helper of God".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2010. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Nassor is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Nassor popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2010 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4678, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2003, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2003 to 2010. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Nassor. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2011 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Nassor ranked #4678 for boys in England and Wales in 2010, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2003, when 3 boys were registered as Nassor.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Nassor as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4678
2010
Births in 2010
3
Latest year
Peak year
2003
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Nassor mean?
The name Nassor is an Arabic name with its origins dating back to the 7th century. It is derived from the Arabic word "nasr," which means "victory" or "triumph." The name was widely used among the Arabs during the early Islamic era, particularly after the rise of Islam in the Arabian Peninsula.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Nassor can be found in the Qur'an, the central religious text of Islam. In the Qur'an, the word "nasr" is mentioned several times, often in the context of seeking divine assistance and victory over adversity.
Historically, the name Nassor has been associated with several notable figures from the Muslim world. One of the earliest and most prominent individuals bearing this name was Nassor ibn Yazid, a renowned Arab general who lived in the 8th century. He played a crucial role in the Abbasid Revolution, which led to the establishment of the Abbasid Caliphate.
Another notable figure was Nassor al-Din al-Tusi, a Persian polymath who lived in the 13th century. He made significant contributions to various fields, including mathematics, astronomy, and philosophy. Al-Tusi is renowned for his work on the refinement of the Ptolemaic model of the solar system and for his influential writings on ethics and logic.
During the Ottoman Empire, the name Nassor was also associated with several influential figures. One such individual was Nassor Pasha, a high-ranking Ottoman statesman and military leader who lived in the 16th century. He served as the Grand Vizier, the highest-ranking political advisor to the Ottoman Sultan, and played a crucial role in the expansion of the empire.
In more recent history, Nassor Chamma, a prominent Syrian writer and journalist who lived in the 20th century, is also known for bearing this name. He was a vocal advocate for Arab nationalism and played an important role in the struggle for Syrian independence from French colonial rule.
Another notable figure with the name Nassor is Nassor Hussain, a Kenyan athlete who excelled in long-distance running. He won multiple medals in international competitions, including the Commonwealth Games and the World Championships in Athletics, during the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
While the name Nassor has its roots in the Arabic language and Islamic culture, it has transcended geographical boundaries and has been adopted by various cultures and communities around the world, reflecting its enduring appeal and significance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Nassor over time
The chart below shows babies named Nassor registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2003 to 2010. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Nassor, the clearest high point is 2003. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2010, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Nassor by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Nassor was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4678 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #3467 | 3 | 1 |
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- Nicolas 3,825
- Nico 3,532
- Nate 2,029
- Nikodem 1,872
- Noel 1,865
- Ned 1,614
- Neo 1,563
FAQ
Nassor: questions and answers
How popular is the name Nassor in the UK right now?
In 2010, Nassor was ranked #4678 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Nassor most popular?
The peak year on record was 2003, with 3 babies registered as Nassor in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Nassor?
An Arabic name meaning "conqueror" or "helper of God".
How many people are called Nassor in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Nassor across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.