Anubis Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Anubis is listed in our database as a boy name of Egyptian origin. Its recorded meaning is “God of the dead”.

Anubis Name at a Glance

Name Anubis
Meaning God of the dead.
Origin Egyptian
Gender Boy

What Does the Name Anubis Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Anubis means “God of the dead”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Anubis Name Origin

Our database records Anubis under Egyptian origin. Browse more Egyptian baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Anubis a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Anubis is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Anubis

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