Anas
Every Anas since 1978 — 2,906 of them. Popularity, births, and rankings for each year, from official Social Security records.
The story of Anas
Anas is uncommon for boys in the United States, ranked #1,292 in 2025 with 151 babies given the name. It is currently rising compared with a decade ago.
Since 1978, 2,906 American babies have been named Anas. Its peak came in 2016, when 151 newborns received the name — the signature sound of the 2010s.
The chart above shows the full history: the popularity view (births per 1,000 babies) is the honest comparison across generations, since total US births have changed enormously since 1880. Switch to the rank view to see where Anas stood among all boys' names in any year, or use the compare tool to plot it against other names.
Anas year by year
Every year since 2001, and five-year steps back to 1880. Rank is within each sex.
| Year | Boys | Boys rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 151 | #1,292 |
| 2024 | 136 | #1,384 |
| 2023 | 140 | #1,346 |
| 2022 | 128 | #1,425 |
| 2021 | 123 | #1,461 |
| 2020 | 130 | #1,361 |
| 2019 | 109 | #1,543 |
| 2018 | 122 | #1,432 |
| 2017 | 133 | #1,342 |
| 2016 | 151 | #1,234 |
| 2015 | 100 | #1,601 |
| 2014 | 111 | #1,465 |
| 2013 | 84 | #1,733 |
| 2012 | 70 | #2,003 |
| 2011 | 92 | #1,644 |
| 2010 | 94 | #1,654 |
| 2009 | 75 | #1,911 |
| 2008 | 73 | #1,949 |
| 2007 | 75 | #1,891 |
| 2006 | 53 | #2,351 |
| 2005 | 74 | #1,773 |
| 2004 | 53 | #2,194 |
| 2003 | 60 | #1,936 |
| 2002 | 59 | #1,891 |
| 2001 | 46 | #2,219 |
| 2000 | 58 | #1,831 |
| 1995 | 30 | #2,508 |
| 1990 | 18 | #3,315 |
| 1985 | 13 | #3,410 |
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Famous people named Anas
- Anaïs Nin Writer · 1903–1977
- Anas ibn Malik Religious figure · 612–712
- Anaïs Demoustier Actor · b. 1987
- Anaïs Bescond Athlete · b. 1987
- Anas Sharbini Soccer player · b. 1987
Ranked by global fame across Wikipedia editions (Pantheon project, MIT).
Frequently asked questions
How popular is the name Anas in 2025?
Anas ranked #1,292 among boys' names in the United States in 2025, with 151 babies given the name, according to Social Security Administration data.
How many people are named Anas?
2,906 babies have been named Anas in the United States since 1978, based on Social Security card applications.
When was the name Anas most popular?
Anas peaked in 2016, when 151 newborns received the name.
Is Anas a boy or girl name?
Anas is overwhelmingly a boy's name — 100% of babies with the name.
Is the name Anas rising or falling?
Anas is on the rise — noticeably more popular now than a decade ago.
Who are famous people named Anas?
Well-known people named Anas include Anaïs Nin (writer), Anas ibn Malik (religious figure), Anaïs Demoustier (actor).