Abbas

Meaning stern, austere
Origin Arabic
Gender Boy
Popularity Moderate
Length 5
Syllables 2
Syllabification Ab-bas

About Abbas

Distinguished and resonant, this name carries profound historical and spiritual significance across cultures. The repeated consonant structure creates a memorable rhythm that feels strong and stable. It's a name that commands respect through its heritage and depth rather than through novelty or trend. The sound has a formal quality that suggests gravitas and wisdom, yet remains approachable and warm. Parents selecting this option often value cultural connection, religious significance, or simply appreciate its solid, dependable character. The name transcends geographic boundaries, recognized and respected across multiple continents and communities. Its pronunciation is straightforward despite being less common in some regions, avoiding the complications that more obscure choices might encounter. There's a timeless quality here—this name has survived centuries and will continue thriving regardless of passing fashions. It suggests someone principled and thoughtful, possessing both strength and compassion. The name works in formal and casual contexts, adapting without losing its essential dignity. For families seeking a name with substance, history, and cross-cultural resonance, this offers exceptional depth and lasting value.

Variations of Name Abbas

Abraham
Adrian
Alan
Alexander
Andrew

Nicknames for Abbas

Ab
Abby
Bas
Bass
Abbas

Famous People Named Abbas

Abbas I of PersiaSafavid Shah of Persia
Abbas II of EgyptKhedive of Egypt and Sudan
Abbas KiarostamiIranian filmmaker
Abbas MilaniIranian historian
Abbas AraghchiIranian diplomat
Abbas TyrewalaIndian filmmaker
Abbas El FassiMoroccan politician
Abbas MirzaCrown Prince of Persia
Abbas FahdelIraqi filmmaker
Abbas AkhavanIranian-Canadian artist
Abbas Ali BaigIndian cricketer
Abbas ZahediBritish-Iranian artist
Abbas AliPakistani cricketer
Abbas MoayeriIranian sculptor
Abbas SuanIsraeli footballer
Abbas SaadAustralian soccer player
Abbas al-MusawiHezbollah Secretary-General
Abbas Ibn FirnasAndalusian inventor
Abbas GharibIranian politician
Abbas Ali KhanPakistani musician

Characters Named Abbas

Abbas MirzaCharacter in the novel "Mornings in Jenin" by Susan Abulhawa
Abbas Salim KhanCharacter in the film "My Name Is Khan"
Abbas Ibn FirnasCharacter in the video game "Assassin's Creed"
Abbas VoorheesCharacter in the TV series "Banshee"

Other Popular Names Beginning with A

Aron
Alonzo
Avyaan
Ahmad
Atlas
Asa
Azrael
Anderson
Aiden
Amiri