UK girl's name
Anoud
A feminine Arabic name meaning "a fragrant plant with pink flowers".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Anoud is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Anoud popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5687, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2023, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2023 to 2023. 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.
Anoud is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Anoud. 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 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Anoud ranked #5687 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2023, when 3 girls were registered as Anoud.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Anoud as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5687
2023
Births in 2023
3
Latest year
Peak year
2023
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Anoud mean?
The name Anoud has its origins in the Arabic language and culture. It is a feminine name that is believed to have derived from the Arabic word "noor," which means "light" or "radiance." The name Anoud is often considered to be a variation of the name Nur or Noor.
In the Arab world, the name Anoud has been in use for centuries. It can be found in various historical texts and records, including ancient Arabic literature and religious scriptures. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Anoud can be traced back to the 7th century, during the Islamic Golden Age.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Anoud. One of the most famous was Anoud al-Qassimi, a renowned Emirati poet and writer who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. She was renowned for her eloquent poetry and her contributions to the literary scene of the Arabian Gulf region.
Another notable figure with the name Anoud was Anoud Al-Khalifa, a Bahraini artist and calligrapher who lived in the 20th century. Her work was widely acclaimed for its intricate designs and its fusion of traditional Arab calligraphy with contemporary art styles.
In the realm of Islamic scholarship, Anoud bint Malik al-Ansariyah was a prominent figure in the 7th century. She was known for her extensive knowledge of Islamic jurisprudence and her contributions to the preservation and transmission of hadith (sayings of the Prophet Muhammad).
In more recent times, Anoud Al-Jassem, a Kuwaiti architect and urban planner, has gained recognition for her innovative designs and her efforts to promote sustainable urban development in the Gulf region. She was born in 1962 and continues to make significant contributions to her field.
Another notable individual with the name Anoud is Anoud Al-Mashhur, a Saudi Arabian author and journalist who has written extensively on social and cultural issues in the Middle East. Born in 1976, she has published several critically acclaimed books and has been recognized for her advocacy work.
While the name Anoud has its roots in the Arab world, it has also gained popularity in other regions and cultures over time, particularly among Muslim communities around the globe. The name continues to be cherished for its beautiful meaning and its connection to the rich cultural heritage of the Arab world.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Anoud by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Anoud 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 | #5687 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Anoud: questions and answers
How popular is the name Anoud in the UK right now?
In 2023, Anoud was ranked #5687 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Anoud most popular?
The peak year on record was 2023, with 3 babies registered as Anoud in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Anoud?
A feminine Arabic name meaning "a fragrant plant with pink flowers".
How many people are called Anoud in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Anoud across the 1 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.