Anab
Anab is a Muslim girl name meaning “Grapes”.
| Meaning | Grapes |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Somali form |
| Arabic spelling | عنب |
| Pronunciation | AH-nab |
| Arabic root | ع ن ب (ʿ-n-b) — grapes |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Anab
Anab is the English spelling of Somali Canab, from Arabic ʿinab, 'grapes'. Somali writes the ʿayn as c and changes the vowel. Grapes are mentioned among the fruits of the gardens of Paradise and the blessings of the earth in the Quran, and the name suggests sweetness and abundance. It is a long-standing Somali girl's name.
Is Anab a Muslim name?
Yes. Anab (Canab) is a Somali girl's name from the Arabic word for grapes, used by Muslim families.
Is Anab in the Quran?
The word appears in 'and grapes (ʿinab) and fresh vegetation' (Quran 80:28).
Where is the name Anab used?
Common among Somali women.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Anab mean?
Anab means 'Grapes'. It comes from Arabic, Somali form.
Is Anab a Muslim name?
Yes. Anab (Canab) is a Somali girl's name from the Arabic word for grapes, used by Muslim families.
How do you write Anab in Arabic?
Anab is written عنب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Anab?
Anab is pronounced AH-nab.
Is Anab mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in 'and grapes (ʿinab) and fresh vegetation' (Quran 80:28).