Anubis Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationuh-NOO-bis / /əˈnuːbɪs/Egyptian
Meaning
God of the afterlife; one who is in the place of embalming
Historical & Cultural Background
Anubis is rooted in ancient Egyptian mythology, where he was revered as the god associated with mummification and the afterlife. His role was crucial in guiding souls to the underworld and protecting the dead. The name reflects the significance of death and burial practices in ancient Egyptian culture.
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Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Anubis was first seen in the United States in 2002. Anubis has ranked as high as #1335 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, Pennsylvania, Florida, Illinois, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Anubis has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Anubis (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
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| PA | 7 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2021 | 29 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 41 |
| 2024 | 20 |