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UK girl's name

Anab

An Arabic name derived from the word for "grapes".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2021. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Anab is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Anab popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2021 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5581, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2010, with 5 births.

This profile covers 44 England and Wales registrations across 12 recorded years from 2002 to 2021. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 44 living people in the UK are called Anab. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2022 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Anab ranked #5581 for girls in England and Wales in 2021, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2010, when 5 girls were registered as Anab.
  • About 44 living people in the UK are estimated to have Anab as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5581

2021

Births in 2021

3

Latest year

Peak year

2010

5 births

Estimated living

44

2026

Meaning

What does Anab mean?

The name Anab is believed to have originated from the Arabic language, tracing its roots back to the 7th century CE. It is derived from the Arabic word "anab," which means "grapes" or "grapevine." This connection suggests that the name may have been associated with regions known for their thriving vineyards or wine production during that era.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Anab can be found in the Qur'an, the central religious text of Islam. It is mentioned in the context of gardens and vineyards, further reinforcing its link to the grapevine's symbolism.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Anab. One such figure was Anab ibn Al-Dahhak (680-710 CE), a prominent Arab leader and military commander who played a significant role in the early Islamic conquests. He was known for his bravery and strategic prowess on the battlefield.

Another notable bearer of the name was Anab ibn Habib (750-820 CE), a renowned Islamic scholar and jurist from Khurasan (present-day Afghanistan and parts of Central Asia). He was widely respected for his vast knowledge of Islamic jurisprudence and his contributions to the development of Sharia law.

In the literary realm, Anab al-Mujahedah (1010-1090 CE) was a celebrated Arabic poet from Cordoba, Al-Andalus (present-day Spain). Her poetry explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human experience, earning her recognition and admiration among her contemporaries.

Shifting to more recent times, Anab Mohamad Saeed (1960-present) is a renowned Somali activist and human rights defender. She has dedicated her life to advocating for women's rights, democracy, and sustainable development in Somalia, earning numerous international accolades for her tireless efforts.

Lastly, Anab Jain (1976-present) is an Indian-American entrepreneur and co-founder of the influential design firm Humanistic Co. She has been at the forefront of promoting inclusive and human-centered design principles, shaping the way products and services are developed to better serve diverse communities.

These are just a few examples of the diverse individuals who have carried the name Anab throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human culture and progress.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Anab over time

The chart below shows babies named Anab registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2002 to 2021. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Anab, the clearest high point is 2010. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2021, compared with 5 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Anab
01345200220112021

Decades

Anab by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Anab was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #5537 6 2
2010s #4783 20 5
2000s #4363 18 5

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FAQ

Anab: questions and answers

How popular is the name Anab in the UK right now?

In 2021, Anab was ranked #5581 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Anab most popular?

The peak year on record was 2010, with 5 babies registered as Anab in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Anab?

An Arabic name derived from the word for "grapes".

How many people are called Anab in the UK?

A total of 44 babies have been registered as Anab across the 12 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.