Anis
Meaning
"companion, close friend"
Origin: Arabic
Cultural Roots
Quick Stats
- Popularity Rank
- #6,601
- Total SSA Count
- 13
- Syllables
- 2
- Formality
- Moderate
Baby Name Comparison — 2026
"companion, close friend"
Origin: Arabic
"Gift, something precious"
Origin: Somali
Hanad is more popular, ranked #6416 vs #6601 for Anis.
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Hanad is more popular, ranked #6416 compared to Anis at #6601 in the United States.
Anis means "companion, close friend" (Arabic origin). Hanad means "Gift, something precious" (Somali origin).
Anis is primarily a boy name. Hanad is primarily a boy name.