Nasira

Nasira represents the feminine variant of the Arabic name Nasir and is translated as "the helper" or "the savior." It derives from the Arabic verb naṣara (نَصَرَ), which means "to help, support, save," as well as from the present active participle nāṣir (نَاصِر).

What does the name Nasira mean?

Nasira is the feminine counterpart of the name Nasir and means "the helper" or "the savior." This name originates from the Arabic verb naṣara (نَصَرَ), which means "to help, support, save," as well as from its present active participle nāṣir (نَاصِر). The name Nasir is especially common in Arab and Muslim contexts. A variant that is popular in Southeast Asia is Nasirah.

Where does the name Nasira come from?

The name Nasira has Arabic roots and means "the helper" or "the savior." The Arabic word naṣara (نَصَرَ) stands for helping, supporting, saving. It can be found in Arab and Muslim cultures.

How do you pronounce Nasira?

The pronunciation of Nasira is three syllables and fluid. In German, the name is often pronounced as "Na-si-ra" [naˈziːʁa]. It begins with an open, gentle sound that immediately creates an inviting atmosphere. The middle syllable is slightly elongated and receives a subtle emphasis. The voiced "s" provides a smooth movement, while the final "a" leaves the sound warm and open. Overall, Nasira sounds melodic and harmonious, with a soft, flowing sound structure.

Popularity

In Germany, Nasira is a rather rare first name. Currently, it ranks 5,884th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best ranking was in 2008, reaching 1,636th place. In the last ten years, Nasira has been given as a first name around 20 times, placing it 6,729th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 6,110th.

Nicknames & pet names

Ira / Nasi

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