Abbas Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAH-bahs / ˈæb.əsArabic; Persian
Meaning
Arabic: 'father'; Persian: 'noble'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Abbas is of Arabic origin and is commonly associated with Islamic culture. It is often used as a title of respect and is linked to Abbas ibn Abd al-Muttalib, the uncle of the Prophet Muhammad. In Persian culture, the name signifies nobility and is sometimes associated with historical figures in Persian literature.
Trend Summary
The name Abbas has maintained a steady presence in various cultures, particularly in Islamic communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Abbasz
- Abbaso
International Variants
- Abbas (Arabic)
- Abbas (Persian)
Famous people named Abbas
Abbas ibn Abd al-Muttalib was a prominent figure in early Islamic history and the uncle of the Prophet Muhammad.
Abbas Kiarostami was an acclaimed Iranian film director known for his influential works in cinema.
Abbas Alizadeh is a notable Iranian composer recognized for his contributions to Persian music.
Abbas Rahimi is a respected Iranian poet celebrated for his modern Persian poetry.
Fictional characters named Abbas
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Abbas was first seen in the United States in 1975. Abbas has ranked as high as #1284 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in Michigan, California, New York, Texas, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Abbas has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Abbas (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MI | 23 | |
| CA | 12 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| AZ | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 20 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 22 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 28 |
| 1998 | 29 |
| 1999 | 31 |
| 2000 | 29 |
| 2001 | 44 |
| 2002 | 35 |
| 2003 | 40 |
| 2004 | 34 |
| 2005 | 40 |
| 2006 | 39 |
| 2007 | 49 |
| 2008 | 47 |
| 2009 | 52 |
| 2010 | 46 |
| 2011 | 55 |
| 2012 | 51 |
| 2013 | 71 |
| 2014 | 67 |
| 2015 | 74 |
| 2016 | 75 |
| 2017 | 66 |
| 2018 | 95 |
| 2019 | 87 |
| 2020 | 70 |
| 2021 | 54 |
| 2022 | 67 |
| 2023 | 68 |
| 2024 | 85 |