Anas Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAH-nas / ˈɑː.nəsArabic; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: 'blessed'; Hebrew: 'grace'
Historical & Cultural Background
Anas is a name of Arabic origin, commonly used in Muslim cultures. It is often associated with kindness and benevolence. In Hebrew, it is linked to the concept of grace. The name has historical significance in Islamic tradition, notably associated with Anas ibn Malik, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad.
Trend Summary
The name Anas has seen moderate popularity in the U.S. among Muslim families.
Similar Names
Variants
- Anas
- Anass
International Variants
- Anas (Arabic)
- Anas (Hebrew)
Famous people named Anas
Anas ibn Malik was a prominent companion of the Prophet Muhammad and is known for his narrations of Hadith.
Anas El Baz was a Moroccan footballer who played as a midfielder.
Anas Sarwar is a Scottish politician and the leader of the Scottish Labour Party.
Anas Jaber is a professional tennis player from Tunisia.
Fictional characters named Anas
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Anas was first seen in the United States in 1978. Anas has ranked as high as #1272 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in New York, Minnesota, California, Texas, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Anas has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Anas (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 27 | |
| TX | 11 | |
| OH | 9 | |
| MI | 9 | |
| MN | 9 | |
| PA | 8 | |
| CA | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 15 |
| 1983 | 15 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 15 |
| 1987 | 13 |
| 1988 | 17 |
| 1989 | 21 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 29 |
| 1994 | 30 |
| 1995 | 30 |
| 1996 | 30 |
| 1997 | 30 |
| 1998 | 33 |
| 1999 | 43 |
| 2000 | 58 |
| 2001 | 46 |
| 2002 | 59 |
| 2003 | 59 |
| 2004 | 53 |
| 2005 | 74 |
| 2006 | 53 |
| 2007 | 75 |
| 2008 | 73 |
| 2009 | 75 |
| 2010 | 94 |
| 2011 | 92 |
| 2012 | 70 |
| 2013 | 84 |
| 2014 | 111 |
| 2015 | 100 |
| 2016 | 151 |
| 2017 | 133 |
| 2018 | 122 |
| 2019 | 109 |
| 2020 | 130 |
| 2021 | 123 |
| 2022 | 128 |
| 2023 | 140 |
| 2024 | 136 |