Abasi
A boy's name of Swahili origin with 40 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
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Abasi is a boy's baby name of Swahili origin, from the Swahili Abasi, derived from the Arabic Abbas, meaning 'stern,' 'frowning,' or 'lion.' Abbas was the name of the Prophet Muhammad's uncle, making it a name of significant historical importance in Islamic tradition.
In East African Swahili naming culture, Abasi combines an Arabic Islamic heritage with African linguistic identity. The name has been borne by numerous historical figures across North Africa and the Arab world, and in its Swahili form it carries the cultural synthesis that defines the East African coast's naming traditions.
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In the American context, Abasi is a boy's name with a focused stretch of recorded use (1976–2003). Its Swahili roots connect it to a broader naming tradition, but in practice, American usage often reshapes names — adding nicknames, shifting pronunciation, and building new associations that diverge from the original cultural context.
With 40 total births, Abasi exists at the edges of the American naming landscape — a name known primarily to the families who carry it, giving it an intensely personal character.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Abasi has 6+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1976.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 | ▼ |
| 1980s | 7 | ▼ |
| 1970s | 28 | — |
The Story of Abasi
A Gen X name
Peaking in 1976, Abasi is a Gen X staple. Boys named Abasi are most likely born between 1976 and 1986.
How rare is Abasi?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Abasi is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1976, peaked in the 1970s with 28 births that decade, and has since become a rare, vintage choice.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(6 years, 1976–2003)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 5 | #10905 |
| 1980 | 7 | #4943 |
| 1979 | 7 | #4842 |
| 1978 | 7 | #4554 |
| 1977 | 7 | #4583 |
| 1976 | 7 | #4420 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1976–2003