Abbas
Abbas: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈbɑːs/
Meaning and origin of Abbas
- A male given name from Arabic.
Etymology
From Arabic عَبَّاس (ʕabbās, “one who frowns a lot; untamed lion”), from عَبَسَ (ʕabasa, “to frown”), the title of the eightieth sura of the Qur'an.
How popular is Abbas?
Since 1880, 1,843 boys in the U.S. have been named Abbas. Its highest rank for boys was #1671 in 2018. In 2025, 61 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Abbas FAQ
What does the name Abbas mean?
A male given name from Arabic. From Arabic عَبَّاس (ʕabbās, “one who frowns a lot; untamed lion”), from عَبَسَ (ʕabasa, “to frown”), the title of the eightieth sura of the Qur'an.
What is the origin of the name Abbas?
Abbas is listed as a name of Arabic origin.
How popular is the name Abbas?
Since 1880, 1,843 boys in the U.S. have been named Abbas. Its highest rank for boys was #1671 in 2018. In 2025, 61 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Abbas a boy or girl name?
Abbas is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,843 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.