Anas
Anas first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 2016, when 151 boys were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Anas popular?
Rising Anas has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 808 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 1,066 | |
| 2000s | 626 | |
| 1990s | 269 | |
| 1980s | 124 | |
| 1970s | 13 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Anas mean?
From the root '-n-s (أ-ن-س, 'to be sociable, friendly, intimate'), meaning 'conviviality, affection, friendliness'. Borne by Anas ibn Malik, a companion who served the Prophet as a boy.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Anas mean?
Anas means companionship, affection. From the root '-n-s (أ-ن-س, 'to be sociable, friendly, intimate'), meaning 'conviviality, affection, friendliness'. Borne by Anas ibn Malik, a companion who served the Prophet as a boy.
What is the origin of the name Anas?
Anas is of arabic origin.
How do you pronounce Anas?
Anas is pronounced “AH-nas.”
Is Anas a boy or a girl name?
Anas is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Anas a popular name right now?
Anas has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Anas?
In 2025, Anas ranked #1292 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Anas most popular?
Anas was most popular in 2016, when about 151 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Anas?
Names similar to Anas include Faris, Saif, Hadi, Sultan, Aariz.
What names go well with Anas?
arabic names that pair well with Anas include Adam, Layla, Aaliyah, Malik, Amir.