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Anum

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Pronounced AH-num /ˈɑː.nʊm/Medium

Meaning: An Arabic-rooted name used widely in Urdu-speaking Pakistan, usually glossed 'blessing' or 'gift of God' (from the root n-'-m, connected to ni'mah, 'blessing, favor').Low

In 30 seconds: A word of thanks: Anum means 'blessing; God's gift' in Arabic and Urdu (said 'AH-num'). Simple and warm.
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Origin MediumArabic, Urdu
MeaningAn Arabic-rooted name used widely in Urdu-speaking Pakistan, usually glossed 'blessing' or 'gift of God' (from the root n-'-m, connected to ni'mah, 'blessing, favor').
U.S. rank (2024)#13590 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1992
Total births (all-time)≈ 607

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 199219882024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Anum is an Arabic-rooted name much used in Urdu-speaking Pakistan, understood as 'blessing' or 'gift of God' and connected to ni'mah, 'favor, blessing'. It is short, soft, and gently devotional (said 'AH-num').

It appears only rarely in U.S. records, though it is common in Pakistan. Rare here, familiar there, and quietly graceful.

Did you know? Anum sits on the Arabic root behind ni'mah, 'blessing, favor' — a name given as a small daily thank-you. It is widely used in Pakistan, which we note respectfully (said 'AH-num').
Overall data confidence 52%
References — Anum — Arabic/Urdu name, 'blessing; gift of God'

Variations

AnamAnoomAanum

Nicknames

AnuNumiAni

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Anum mean?

Anum is usually glossed 'blessing' or 'gift of God', from an Arabic root connected to ni'mah, 'favor'.

How do you pronounce Anum?

It's said AH-num — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Anum a boy or girl name?

Anum is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Anum?

Anum is rare in the U.S., though it is common in Pakistan.

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