Anas
Anas is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Friendliness, warmth, good company”.
| Meaning | Friendliness, warmth, good company |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | أنس |
| Pronunciation | AH-nas |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Anas
Anas means 'friendliness' or 'warm companionship'. Its root, about being friendly and sociable, also gives anīs, companion, and uns, closeness. Anas ibn Mālik spent around a decade of his boyhood serving the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and later passed on a great many hadith. The jurist Mālik ibn Anas, whose teachings became the Maliki school, was named for his father, Anas.
Is Anas a Muslim name?
Anas honours the Companion Anas ibn Mālik, who spent his youth in the Prophet's ﷺ service.
How popular is Anas?
Anas is popular across the Arab world, in Turkey as Enes, in South Asia and in the diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Anas mean?
Anas means 'Friendliness, warmth, good company'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Anas a Muslim name?
Anas honours the Companion Anas ibn Mālik, who spent his youth in the Prophet's ﷺ service.
How do you pronounce Anas?
Anas is pronounced AH-nas.
Is Anas a boy or girl name?
Anas is usually a boy name.