Aanisa
Aanisa is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Friendly, pleasant; young lady”.
| Meaning | Friendly, pleasant; young lady |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | آنسة |
| Pronunciation | AA-ni-sah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Balkans |
Meaning and origin of Aanisa
Aanisa conveys gentleness and pleasant company. In Arabic it is Ānisa, a female name built on the root ʾ-n-s, which also gives uns, companionship. Today ānisa is the courteous Arabic way to address an unmarried young woman, much like 'Miss' in English. The doubled vowel reflects the South Asian habit of writing the long Arabic ā this way, while most other regions spell it Anisa.
Is Aanisa a Muslim name?
Muslim parents choose Aanisa for a daughter to express friendliness and a pleasant nature.
How popular is Aanisa?
It appears in South Asia, the Arab world and the Balkans, usually as Anisa.
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Spellings and variants of Aanisa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aanisa mean?
Aanisa means 'Friendly, pleasant; young lady'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Aanisa a Muslim name?
Muslim parents choose Aanisa for a daughter to express friendliness and a pleasant nature.
How do you pronounce Aanisa?
Aanisa is pronounced AA-ni-sah.
Is Aanisa a boy or girl name?
Aanisa is usually a girl name.