Abbas
Meaning of Abbas
Abbas is a male name with Arabic origin. It is pronounced as AH-bahs (/ɑ-ˈbɑs/). In the United States of America, Abbas has been given to newborn boys since at least 1975. While its popularity has fluctuated over the years, it has consistently remained a well-known and used name. The name Abbas holds various associations, including strength and determination. Its rich cultural heritage and timeless appeal make it an excellent choice for parents seeking a meaningful and distinctive name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as AH-bahs (/ɑ-ˈbɑs/)
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Notable People Named Abbas
| Abbas the Great, the fifth shah of Safavid Iran, is widely regarded as one of the most influential rulers in Iranian history. |
| Abbas Kiarostami was a renowned Iranian film director, screenwriter, poet, photographer, and film producer, known for his critically acclaimed works such as the Koker trilogy, Close-Up, The Wind Will Carry Us, and Taste of Cherry. |
| Al-Abbas ibn Ali ibn Abi Talib, also known as Abu al-Fadl, was a revered figure in Shia Islam known for his bravery and self-sacrifice in defending his half-brother Husayn ibn Ali at the Battle of Karbala. |
| Abbas Mirza was a prominent Qajar crown prince of Iran known for his military leadership and modernization efforts. |
| Abbas ibn Firnas was an Andalusi polymath known for his work as an inventor, astronomer, physician, chemist, engineer, musician, and poet, and for his early experiments with flight. |
| Abbas I of Egypt - Abbas Helmy I of Egypt, the Wāli of Egypt and Sudan, succeeded his grandfather Muhammad Ali Pasha and was known for undoing the progress made during his predecessor's rule. |
| Abbas Milani is an Iranian-American historian, educator, and author known for his work on Persian modernism and as the director of the Iranian Studies program at Stanford University. |
| Abbas Ali, a former Indian actor and fashion model, transitioned to become a motivational speaker after appearing in Tamil and Telugu films. |
| Abbas al-Noury is a renowned Syrian television actor, writer, and director, famous for his role in the series Bab al-Hara and for his leading role in the award-winning TV series "Al Ijtiah." |
| Abbas Tyrewala is an Indian film screenwriter, lyricist, and director known for his work on award-winning films like Maqbool and Munnabhai M.B.B.S., as well as for his directorial debut with the successful romantic comedy Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na. |
| Abbas Vaez-Tabasi - Abbas Vaez Tabasi was an influential Iranian cleric who served as Grand Imam and Chairman of the Astan Quds Razavi board until his passing in 2016. |
| Abbas Abdi is a prominent Iranian reformist, journalist, sociologist, and social activist. |
| Abbas Kaijuka is a renowned Ugandan fashion designer, stylist, and fashion collector, recognized for his brand Kai's Divo and multiple prestigious awards in the fashion industry. |
| Abbas Siddiqui - Pirzada Md. Abbas Siddique is an Islamic scholar, social activist, and Indian politician who founded the Indian Secular Front political party in 2021 and is associated with Furfura Sharif in Hooghly, West Bengal. |
| Syed Muhammad Abbas Jafri is a Pakistani politician and model, known for winning the Best Male Model Lux Style Awards twice and the Hum Awards once. |
