The dynasties of the United Arab Emirates consist of the six ruling families of the seven Emirates. * The Nahyan (branch of the House of Al Falahi) are the ruling family of Abu Dhabi. * The Maktoum (branch of the House of Al Falasi) are the ruling family of Dubai. * The Al Qasimi (also spelled Al Qassimi) families rule two of the seven emirates: Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah. * The Al Nuaimi are the ruling family of Ajman. * The Al Mualla are the ruling family of Umm Al Quwain. * The Al Sharqi are the ruling family of Fujairah.