"companion, close friend"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Arabic
Anis
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A name meaning warmth and faithful companionship
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"intimate, sociable"
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Things to Know About This Name
- May be confused with the spice anise in English-speaking countries
The Story of Anis
Anis comes from the Arabic root anas, meaning to be familiar with, to be intimate, or companionship. In Islamic tradition, the name carries connotations of warmth, sociability, and trustworthiness. It is closely related to the name Anas, one of the companions of the Prophet Muhammad, making it a name with deep religious and cultural significance across the Muslim world.
Anis is a common name across the Arab world, North Africa, Turkey, and South Asia. It has remained steadily popular for centuries due to its pleasant meaning and its association with early Islamic figures. In Western countries, it appears most commonly in immigrant communities from these regions.
In Arabic poetry and Sufi mysticism, the concept of anis (intimate companion) is central to themes of friendship and divine love. The name Anis al-Dawla (companion of the state) was a title given to trusted advisors in medieval Islamic courts.
Historical Record
Anis first appeared in US Social Security records in 1982.
Over 348 babies have been named Anis in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Anis is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #6,601 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Anis Nimr was a celebrated 19th-century Lebanese-American poet who wrote in both Arabic and English
- The Arabic root anas appears in the Quran multiple times in the context of comfort and familiar companionship
- The spice anise takes its name from a different Greek root — the two words are linguistic coincidences
Anis in Other Languages
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Popularity Over Time
#6,601
Current Rank
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Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Anis
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Anis Mojgani
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American spoken word poet and two-time national poetry slam champion known for his deeply personal performances
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Anis al-Dawla
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Title meaning companion of the state given to trusted advisors in medieval Islamic courts, representing the name's histo...
Title meaning companion of the state given to trusted advisors in medieval Islamic courts, representing the name's historical prestige
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #6,601
- Total SSA Count
- 13
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Persian Turkish North African South Asian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Classic pairing, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
Middle Names
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Frequently Asked Questions About Anis
What does the name Anis mean?
"companion, close friend" (from Arabic). "intimate, sociable" (from Arabic). Anis comes from the Arabic root anas, meaning to be familiar with, to be intimate, or companionship. In Islamic tradition, the name carries connotations of warmth, sociability, and trustworthiness. It is closely related to the name Anas, one of the companions of the Prophet Muhammad, making it a name with deep religious and cultural significance across the Muslim world.
What is the origin of the name Anis?
Anis has Arabic, Persian, Turkish, North African, and South Asian origins. In Arabic, it means "companion, close friend". In Arabic, it means "intimate, sociable".
Is Anis a boy or girl name?
Anis is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #6601. As a girl name, it is ranked #14926. Anis is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Anis?
Anis is currently ranked #6601 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Anis?
Popular middle name pairings include Anis Karim, Anis Rami, Anis Said, Anis Omar, Anis Tarek, and Anis Nasser.
What are good sibling names for Anis?
Names that pair well with Anis as siblings include Layla, Yasmin, Ibrahim, Nadia, Sami, and Dina.
How many syllables does Anis have?
Anis has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Anis a common or rare name?
Anis is an uncommon name, ranked #6601 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Anis
Anis is a boy name with Arabic, Persian, Turkish, North African, and South Asian origins . The name means "companion, close friend" in Arabic .
Is Anis a boy or girl name? Anis is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #6,601 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #14,926. Anis is more commonly used as a boy name.
Anis is currently ranked #6,601 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Anis has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Anis include Anibal, Anias, Anish, Anik, Anirudh . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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