Aman
Aman is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Safety, protection, peace”.
| Meaning | Safety, protection, peace |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | أمان |
| Pronunciation | ah-MAHN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Afghanistan, Central Asia |
Meaning and origin of Aman
Aman goes back to the Arabic amān, which means security or safe-conduct, and it survives in Urdu, Persian and Turkish as an everyday word for safety and peace. Its root is the one that also produces īmān, faith. In South Asia it is mostly given to boys, and because the word passed into Hindi and Punjabi as well, Sikh and Hindu families there use it too.
Is Aman a Muslim name?
Aman is an Arabic name that Muslim families give for its sense of safety and peace, though in South Asia people of other faiths use it too. The root appears in Surah Quraysh: 'and made them safe from fear' (Quran 106:4).
How popular is Aman?
Aman is common in Pakistan, India, Afghanistan and Central Asia.
Gifts with the name Aman
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Aman
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aman mean?
Aman means 'Safety, protection, peace'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Aman a Muslim name?
Aman is an Arabic name that Muslim families give for its sense of safety and peace, though in South Asia people of other faiths use it too. The root appears in Surah Quraysh: 'and made them safe from fear' (Quran 106:4).
How do you pronounce Aman?
Aman is pronounced ah-MAHN.
Is Aman a boy or girl name?
Aman is usually a boy name.