What does the Ansari surname mean?

The Ansari surname means "Helper, supporter". It is of Arabic origin and is predominantly found among Muslim communities in North India.

What caste or community is the Ansari surname from?

The Ansari surname is traditionally associated with the Muslim community. Muslim surname referring to the Ansar of Medina who helped Prophet Muhammad.

Ansari Surname

“Helper, supporter”

MuslimArabic OriginUrdu

History & Significance

Muslim surname referring to the Ansar of Medina who helped Prophet Muhammad.

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: Helper, supporter
Origin: Arabic
Language: Urdu
Category: Muslim

Regional Distribution

The Ansari surname is predominantly found in:

North India

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