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Meaning

Islamic Spain (Al-Andalus)

Linguistic Origin

Arabic / Spanish

Islamic Classification

General Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic الأندلس
Urdu اندلس
Persian اندلس
Turkish Endülüs
Bengali আন্দালুস
Pashto اندلس

Alternate Spellings

Andalus is a feminine title rich in history, originating from Arabic/Spanish roots. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Islamic Spain (Al-Andalus)', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

While popular in Arabic/Spanish regions, Andalus has a modern appeal that transcends borders. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Andalus refers to Al-Andalus, the historic name for Muslim Spain and Portugal, a centre of Islamic civilization for centuries.

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Etymology

From Al-Andalus, the Iberian lands under Muslim rule for nearly eight centuries, a byword for their civilization.

Cultural / Regional Usage

A less commonly used given name, drawn from Islamic history.