alAbbs

alAbbs is a transliteration variant of the Arabic surname al-Abbas (العباس). The form may refer to people, families, or institutions associated with the Abbas name. Transliterations vary because Arabic sounds can be rendered in different ways, producing forms such as al-Abbas, al-Abbasi, Abbasi, or, in less formal texts, alAbbs or similar camel-case spellings.

Etymology and meaning: The definite article al- means “the.” Abbas (عبّاس) is a given name used across the Arab world and is commonly associated with the meaning “lion.” The name has historic associations: the Abbasid dynasty traced its name to Abbas ibn Abd al-Muttalib, the Prophet Muhammad’s paternal uncle. In Shia Islam, Abbas ibn Ali is a revered figure, and the Shrine of Abbas in Karbala is a major site of pilgrimage. As a surname, al-Abbas can indicate lineage, affiliation with these historical lineages, or simply serve as a family name in Arabic-speaking communities.

Distribution and usage: The surname al-Abbas is found throughout the Arabic-speaking world, including countries in the Middle East and North Africa, and among diaspora communities in Europe, North America, and sub-Saharan Africa. Variants such as al-Abbas, al-Abbasi, and Abbasi reflect different regional spellings and genealogical lines.

See also: Al-Abbas, Abbasi, Abbas (name), Abbasid dynasty.