Nassar

Nassar is a surname of Arabic origin. It is commonly transliterated in English as Nassar, Nassir, Nasir, Nasser, or Nasr. The name is derived from the given name Nasr (or Nasir), from the Arabic root n-s-r, which relates to victory, help, or support. As a surname it is usually patronymic, formed from an ancestor’s given name rather than from a profession or location.

It is widely used across the Arab world and in diaspora communities. In Egypt, Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, Palestine, and Gulf states, various spellings are in use, reflecting regional transliteration and family tradition. The surname is also found among Muslim communities in South Asia and in Western countries due to immigration and global movement.

Notable people with the surname include Larry Nassar, an American former physician who was convicted of multiple sexual offenses. The name is shared by other individuals in politics, sports, science, and culture across Arab-speaking regions and the wider world, though not all have achieved broad public recognition.

Variants include Nasr, Nasir, Nassir, Nasser, and Nassar; differences arise from transliteration and pronunciation in different languages. See also related names such as Nasser and Nasr for broader coverage of the name’s variants and uses.