Anis
Anis is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Companion; friendly, comforting”.
| Meaning | Companion; friendly, comforting |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | أنيس |
| Pronunciation | ah-NEES |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | North Africa, Levant, Iran, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Anis
Anis means 'an intimate companion', one who keeps you company and chases loneliness away, from a root about being friendly and sociable. Families in North Africa, the Levant, Iran and Bangladesh all give it to their sons. Arabic and Persian also have the related word anīsūn for the herb anise, yet when Anis is given to a child it is the idea of companionship that people have in mind.
Is Anis a Muslim name?
Anis is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'friendly companion'.
How popular is Anis?
Anis is used across North Africa, the Levant, Iran and Bangladesh.
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Spellings and variants of Anis
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Anis mean?
Anis means 'Companion; friendly, comforting'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Anis a Muslim name?
Anis is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'friendly companion'.
How do you pronounce Anis?
Anis is pronounced ah-NEES.
Is Anis a boy or girl name?
Anis is usually a boy name.