Anas
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/ˈænəs/
friendly companion; duck (genus)
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Anas' (genus) originates from Latin, specifically the word 'anas', where 'anas' meant 'duck'.
Historical Evolution
'Anas' as a Latin word was adopted into scientific Latin and fixed as the Linnaean genus name 'Anas' in modern taxonomy (18th century onward).
Meaning Changes
Initially it meant 'duck' in Latin; in modern usage that original meaning is preserved as the name of a genus of ducks.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a male given name of Arabic origin (from Arabic أنس), meaning friendliness, sociability, or pleasant companionship; used as a personal name.
Anas sent a message to his friend.
Last updated: 2026/01/06 02:26