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Nasira

/nah-SEE-rah/Fulani & Hausa & Swahili · a girl’s name

“A supportive helper who brings strength and victory”

In Fulani

How to say it
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Given to
Girls
Used in
Nigeria, Senegal, Guinea, Mali
How common
uncommon
For a boy
Nasir

Every way to write it

The name & its alternative spellings

NasiraNasirah

From the same family

01Nasir“A helper who brings victory and support”Fulanimale→︎02Nasiru“A child destined to overcome difficulties and help others”Fulanimale→︎

In Hausa

How to say it
nah-SEE-rah
Given to
Girls
Used in
Nigeria, Niger
How common
common
For a boy
Nasiru

Every way to write it

The name & its alternative spellings

NasiraNasirah

Nicknames & short forms

Nasi

From the same family

01Nasiba“A child with a fortunate destiny and a good share in life”Hausafemale→︎02Nasiha“Arabic-derived — Sincere counsel and wise guidance”Hausafemale→︎03Nasir“A helper and defender of others”Hausamale→︎04Nasiru“A helper and defender of others”Hausamale→︎05Nasiruddin“Helper, defender, or supporter of the faith/religion.”Hausamale→︎

In Swahili

How to say it
nah-SEE-rah
Given to
Girls
Used in
Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda
How common
uncommon
For a boy
Nasir

Every way to write it

The name & its alternative spellings

NasiraNassira

From the same family

01Nasiba“A fortunate destiny and a life full of promise”Swahilifemale→︎02Nasibu“One whose life is blessed with good fortune”Swahilimale→︎03Nasiha“Arabic-derived feminine name meaning “sincere adviser” or “one who gives good counsel.””Swahilifemale→︎04Nasir“A supportive helper and champion”Swahilimale→︎