UK name, mostly boys
Yassin
A name of Arabic origin meaning "prosperous" or "affluent".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Yassin is mostly registered for boys in the UK records. People looking for Yassin popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #1517, with 17 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2015, with 34 births.
This profile covers 499 England and Wales registrations across 29 recorded years from 1996 to 2024. 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 50% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 495 living people in the UK are called Yassin. 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 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Yassin ranked #1517 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 17 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2015, when 34 boys were registered as Yassin.
- • About 495 living people in the UK are estimated to have Yassin as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 97.3% of Yassin registrations are for boys.
Latest rank (E&W)
#1517
2024
Births in 2024
17
Latest year
Peak year
2015
34 births
Estimated living
495
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Yassin
In England and Wales birth records, Yassin has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 97.3% of registrations are for boys and 2.7% are for girls.
These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.
Yassin registered for boys
- Ranked #1,517 in 2024
- 17 boys registered in 2024
- Peak: 2015 (34 births)
Yassin registered for girls
- Ranked #4,688 in 2010
- 4 girls registered in 2010
- Peak: 2003 (4 births)
Meaning
What does Yassin mean?
The name Yassin is derived from the Arabic name Yaseen, which has its roots in the Semitic languages of the Middle East. This name can be traced back to ancient times, with references found in early Islamic texts and historical records.
The name Yassin is believed to have originated from the Arabic word "yasana," meaning "to be handsome" or "to be beautiful." It is also associated with the word "yaseen," which refers to a chapter in the Quran, the holy book of Islam. The Surah (chapter) Yaseen is known for its powerful verses and is considered to be a source of protection and blessings.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Yassin can be found in the writings of the famous Muslim scholar and philosopher, Avicenna (Ibn Sina), who lived from 980 to 1037 AD. He is regarded as one of the most influential thinkers of the Islamic Golden Age and made significant contributions to various fields, including philosophy, medicine, and science.
Another notable figure with the name Yassin is Yassin al-Hafiz, a renowned Arab poet and writer who lived in the 8th century AD. His poetic works have been celebrated for their eloquence and profound insight into human nature.
In the 12th century, Yassin al-Razi, a Persian mathematician and astronomer, made significant contributions to the development of trigonometry and the study of celestial movements.
During the 13th century, Yassin al-Tuwaijri was a prominent Arab historian and scholar who documented the cultural and intellectual achievements of the Islamic world during that era.
In more recent times, Yassin Arafat (1929-2004) was a Palestinian leader and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, known for his pivotal role in the Palestinian national movement and efforts towards peace in the Middle East.
Throughout history, the name Yassin has been associated with individuals who have made notable contributions to various fields, including literature, science, religion, and politics. Its rich heritage and connection to Islamic culture and traditions have endured over centuries, making it a name with deep historical significance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Yassin over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Yassin in England and Wales, from 1996 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Yassin, the clearest high point is 2015. The latest England and Wales figure is 17 births in 2024, compared with 34 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Yassin by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Yassin 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #1663 | 72 | 5 |
| 2010s | #1198 | 228 | 10 |
| 2000s | #1321 | 152 | 10 |
| 1990s | #1329 | 47 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Yassin
- Yusuf 11,801
- Yahya 5,758
- Yunus 2,009
- Yaseen 1,799
- Yasin 1,797
- Yuvraj 1,605
- Yaqub 1,517
- Yousef 1,489
- Yousuf 1,454
- Yasir 1,056
- Yash 876
- Youssef 749
FAQ
Yassin: questions and answers
How popular is the name Yassin in the UK right now?
In 2024, Yassin was ranked #1517 for boys in England and Wales, with 17 births registered.
When was Yassin most popular?
The peak year on record was 2015, with 34 babies registered as Yassin in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Yassin?
A name of Arabic origin meaning "prosperous" or "affluent".
How many people are called Yassin in the UK?
A total of 499 babies have been registered as Yassin across the 29 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.