Find out how popular the first name Anhar has been for the last 16 years (from 2008 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Anhar by gender

Based on the last 16 years of data, Anhar is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 22 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Anhar.

The history of the first name Anhar

The name Anhar is of Arabic origin, derived from the word "anhar" which means "rivers" or "streams" in Arabic. It is believed to have been first used as a given name in the Middle East region during the medieval period, around the 7th or 8th century AD.

The name Anhar is not found in any major religious scriptures or ancient texts, but it is mentioned in some historical records from the medieval Islamic world. One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Anhar was Anhar ibn Shammas, a notable scholar and poet who lived in Basra, Iraq, during the 9th century AD.

Another notable figure with the name Anhar was Anhar al-Kalbi, a renowned historian and genealogist from the 8th century AD. He is known for his work in documenting the lineages and histories of Arab tribes and families.

In the 11th century, Anhar al-Samarkandi was a renowned Islamic scholar and jurist from Samarkand, in modern-day Uzbekistan. He made significant contributions to the study of Islamic jurisprudence and was widely respected for his knowledge and teachings.

During the 13th century, Anhar al-Dimashqi was a prominent Syrian scholar and writer who authored several works on various subjects, including literature, poetry, and history.

In more recent times, Anhar Mahmood was a Pakistani politician and diplomat who served as the country's Ambassador to several nations, including the United States and the United Kingdom, during the late 20th century.

While the name Anhar has been used throughout history, it remains relatively uncommon compared to some other Arabic names. However, it has a rich cultural heritage and continues to be used, particularly in the Middle East and among Arabic-speaking communities around the world.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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