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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Egyptian god of embalming and the dead, guide of souls
- Origin
- Greek form of Egyptian Inpu
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- uh-NOO-bis
Anubis is a name taken from the Egyptian god of embalming and the dead, a guide of souls. It's the Greek form of the Egyptian name Inpu, and it's pronounced uh-NOO-bis. Choosing it means choosing a name tied directly to ancient Egyptian mythology.
Meaning & Origin of Anubis
Meaning: Egyptian god of embalming and the dead, guide of souls.
Origin: Greek form of Egyptian Inpu.
How to Pronounce Anubis
uh-NOO-bisIPA /əˈnuːbɪs/
Popularity of Anubis
Anubis is a rare name in the U.S. Social Security records from 2002 to 2024. It peaked at #3006 in 2023 with 41 babies, then slipped to #4881 in 2024 with 20.
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FAQ
What does the name Anubis mean?
Egyptian god of embalming and the dead, guide of souls.
How do you pronounce Anubis?
Anubis is pronounced uh-NOO-bis (IPA: /əˈnuːbɪs/).
Is Anubis a popular name right now?
Anubis peaked at #3006 in 2023 and is ranked #4881 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2002–2024.)
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