The nameAnes
Anes is a form of Anas, an Arabic name rising in France since the 2000s.
- Boy's name
- Arabic
Meaning
Like Anas, it suggests friendly company and gentle presence.
Origin
Arabic. Anas ibn Malik was a companion of the Prophet Muhammad.
History
First found in France in the early 1980s, Anes peaked in the late 2010s, notably in Île-de-France and Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. It is still well used today.
Popularity of the name Anes
Anes in France
Anes was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 950 births over the decade, 46% of all recorded babies named Anes. Its rise began around 1999, and it peaked in 2018. Half of all babies named Anes in France were born before 2016, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 99 births a year on average, against 124 in the five years before.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Anes mean?
Like Anas, it suggests friendly company and gentle presence.
What is the origin of the name Anes?
Arabic. Anas ibn Malik was a companion of the Prophet Muhammad.
Is Anes a girl's or a boy's name?
Anes is a boy's name.