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Yasin

Boy name · 7 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Yasin: 7 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 4 births in 2008.

Yasin is an Arabic male name derived from the opening letters of the 36th chapter of the Quran, Ya Sin, often interpreted as "O human" or a direct address to Prophet Muhammad. Its deep spiritual resonance makes it a cherished choice across the Muslim world. Famous bearers include Yasin Malik, the Kashmiri independence activist, and Yasin Ben El-Mhanni, a Lebanese-English footballer. The name also lends itself to the Yasin Valley in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan, a remote alpine region rich in natural beauty. A common variant is Yaseen, while the name's association with the "Heart of the Quran" gives it a particularly revered status in Islamic culture, often recited for blessings and protection.

Boy 2 of 52 years

Peak year
20084 babies
Latest (2017)
#7333 babies
Total births
7since 2008
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2008 · 4
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).