The Anaza Tribe Tree: A Reference Guide to Origins, Clans, and Subclans
Introducing the Anzi tribe
Anzi tribe— collectively known asAnza tribe— It is one of the largest and most ancient Arab tribes in the Arabian Peninsula. Its members belong to the northern Adnanite lineage, and its ancestry branches out from…Wael's childrenWithin the larger group known as Rabi'ah ibn Nizar. An individual belonging to the tribe is called "Al-Anzi" after the ancestor Anz/Anza.
The Anazi tribe is now widespread throughout most of Saudi Arabia—particularly Najd, Hail, the Northern Borders, Al-Jawf, and Riyadh—as well as in Kuwait, Iraq, Jordan, Syria, Bahrain, and the rest of the Gulf states. They also have a presence in the Levant, dating back to ancient migrations, and in North Africa, Europe, and the Americas in modern times.
Origin and lineage: The descendants of Wael from Rabi'ah ibn Nizar
The Anaza tribe is attributed in classical genealogy books toWael bin QasitHe is a descendant of Rabi'ah ibn Nizar ibn Ma'ad ibn Adnan—the ancestor of the northern Arabs. And a branchWael's childrenIt includes three large historical tribes: Anza, Bakr, and Taghlib — tribes that were frequently mentioned in poetry and history during the pre-Islamic era and the early Islamic period.
The Anaza tribe is traditionally divided into three main branches:
- Bashar (Bishr)— One of the two main branches, from which a number of clans branch out, such as the descendants of Ali, the descendants of Sulaiman, and Unaiza.
- Muslim— The second main branch, which includes important unions and branches, including Al-Rawla, Al-Hasna and Al-Amarat.
- Wael— The historical root of the tribe, from which the collective name “Ayal Wael” is derived.
Under these three branches are dozens of clans and subtribes, each with its own name, history, and homeland.
Historical homelands and tribal migrations
The original homeland of the Anaza tribe was in the heart of the Arabian Peninsula and Najd, and historically extended northward (towards the Levant) and eastward towards Iraq. These multiple migrations over the centuries resulted in the tribe's current distribution across several modern Arab states. Arab historians and geographers documented these migrations in their classical works.
The family tree of the Anza tribe and its most famous clans
Some of the most famous clans and subtribes belonging to the Anza tribe:
- Roll— From the Muslim branch, one of the largest clans of the Anza tribe in the Levant.
- Ali was born— From the Bishr branch.
- Suleiman was born— From the Bishr branch.
- good deed— From a Muslim branch.
- Buildings— From a Muslim branch, with a large presence in Iraq.
- The seven— From the Bishr branch.
- Al-Mahid— I am the offspring of mankind.
- Unaizah— Among them are important tribes.
The lineage of the Anzi tribe and the most famous noble lineages affiliated with the tribe
According to authoritative genealogical books, a number of major ruling families in the Arabian Peninsula and the Gulf are traced back to the Anaza tribe, including:Al SaudThe ruling family of Saudi Arabia, andAl SabahThe ruling family of Kuwait, andAl KhalifaThe ruling family of the Kingdom of Bahrain, and a number of other princely and tribal families. These lineages have been documented in both traditional and contemporary references specializing in Arab genealogy.
Contemporary presence
The Anazi tribe is one of the largest and most widespread tribes in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia today, with a prominent presence in government, academia, the military, commerce, religious outreach, and the arts. Members of the tribe have maintained their tribal affiliation as a social and historical symbol, even while fully integrating into modern civilian and professional life.
Among contemporary figures bearing the name Al-Anzi are:Hamdan Awda Al-AnziHe is the founder and chairman of the board of directors of Al Audi Group of Companies, which is based in Riyadh and is an example of the contribution of the tribe’s sons to the contemporary Saudi business sector.
Common names and writings
The name of the tribe and its members is written in several ways in Arabic texts and in the transliteration into Latin script:
- Al-Anzi · Anzi · Al Anzi · Al Anzi
- Anza tribe · Al-Anzi tribe · Sons of Wael
- Alanazi · Al Anazi · Al-Anazi · Alanzi · Anazi · Anazah
- Alenezi · Al Enezi · Anizah · Anaza
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the origin of Al-Anzi?
Al-Anzi belongs to the Anza tribe, one of the northern Adnanite tribes, from the descendants of Wael bin Qasit bin Hanab from Rabi’a bin Nizar bin Ma’ad bin Adnan.
Where is the Anza tribe located in Saudi Arabia?
The Anza tribe is widely present in Najd, Hail, the Northern Borders, Al-Jawf region, Al-Qassim, Riyadh, and parts of the Eastern Province, in addition to its historical presence in the north of the Arabian Peninsula and its extension towards the Levant and Iraq.
Are the Anzi tribe and the Anza tribe one and the same tribe?
Yes. "Al-Anzi" is the nisba form for the sons of the Anza tribe. That is, Al-Anzi is the one who belongs to the Anza tribe, and both refer to the same tribal lineage.
note:This page is a general historical reference based on available traditional and contemporary sources on Arab genealogy. For detailed research on specific branches and clans, it is recommended to consult specialized genealogy books and primary historical sources.