Abbas
Abbas is a Muslim boy name meaning “Stern, lion-like”.
| Meaning | Stern, lion-like |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عباس |
| Pronunciation | ab-BAAS |
| Arabic root | ع ب س (ʿ-b-s) — to frown, to look stern |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Abbas
Abbas is ʿAbbās, an intensive form meaning stern or lion-like, a name given to a fearsome, frowning lion. Al-ʿAbbās ibn ʿAbd al-Muṭṭalib was the Prophet's ﷺ uncle and the ancestor of the Abbasid caliphs. Shia Muslims especially honour al-ʿAbbās ibn ʿAlī, the standard-bearer at Karbala.
Is Abbas a Muslim name?
Yes. Abbas (ʿAbbās) is a Muslim name of the Prophet's ﷺ uncle and of ʿAbbās ibn ʿAlī.
Where is the name Abbas used?
Used everywhere, especially in Iraq, Iran, Pakistan and among Shia Muslims.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abbas mean?
Abbas means 'Stern, lion-like'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Abbas a Muslim name?
Yes. Abbas (ʿAbbās) is a Muslim name of the Prophet's ﷺ uncle and of ʿAbbās ibn ʿAlī.
How do you write Abbas in Arabic?
Abbas is written عباس in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Abbas?
Abbas is pronounced ab-BAAS.