Anubis

“god of the afterlife, mummification, and funerary rites”

Egypt origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#3006US 2023

41Births / yr

↑Rising

152All-time births

📅 Since 200200

How to pronounce Anubis

un·OO·bis

/ən.ˈuː.bɪs/ · stress on OO · 3 syllables

“god of the afterlife, mummification, and funerary rites”

Egypt origin · Boy name

What does Anubis mean and where does it come from?

Anubis (Anpu in Egyptian) is an ancient Egyptian deity often depicted as a canine or as a human with a canine head. He was responsible for the mummification process and protecting the dead. The name Anubis has been popular in modern culture, often appearing in literature and movies related to ancien

Cultural significance

Anubis has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Egypt-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god of the afterlife, mummification, and funerary rites.

Peak popularity

Reached #3691 in 2020 — currently #3006 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Anubis?

Anubis works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Anubis Grace

How popular is Anubis right now?

Rising fast — up 2026 spots — currently #3006 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#3006 · Top 2.2%

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2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3006	41	▲ up 2026 · +116% births
2022	#5032	19	▼ down 1291 · -34% births
2021	#3741	29	▼ down 50
2020	#3691	29	▲ up 6550 · +314% births
2015	#10241	7	▼ down 2007 · -22% births
2005	#8234	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Anubis

Best Year2023Rank #3006

Peak Count41

Average Rank#5658

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20236 years

The story of Anubis

Anubis is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2002. With 152 total births recorded, Anubis remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #8234 in 2005 to #3006 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Anubis in 2020:

Liam Noah Oliver Elijah William

Anubis by decade

Anubis peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	45
2010s ★	78
2020s	29

💎Anubis has only 152 total recorded births since 2002 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Anubis?

Common

AnuAnAnieAnyUbis

What names sound and feel like Anubis?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Anubis also consider these

Aniyis

English · A meaningful name

Andris

Latvia · Manly, brave

Anais

French · grace, favor

American · A variant of

How is Anubis written in other languages?

Anapa

EGYPTIAN MYTHOLOGY

Common questions about the name Anubis

What does the name Anubis mean?

Anubis means "god of the afterlife, mummification, and funerary rites" — a name rooted in Egypt tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Anubis?

Anubis is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Anubis have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Anubis?

Anubis originates from Egypt tradition. Egypt names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Anubis?

Anubis is a three-syllable name pronounced AH0 N UW1 B IH0 S. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Anubis?

Anubis pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Egypt heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.