Amina
Amina is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Safe, secure, at peace”.
| Meaning | Safe, secure, at peace |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | آمنة |
| Pronunciation | AA-mi-nah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Nigeria, Somalia, Pakistan, Balkans |
Meaning and origin of Amina
Amina was the name of the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ mother, Āmina bint Wahb, of the Zuhra clan, who passed away when her son was only about six. The name describes a woman who is safe and secure, from a root concerning safety and trust. Queen Amina of Zazzau, the sixteenth-century Hausa warrior queen, also bore it. Today it is one of the most widely used girls' names from West Africa to Bosnia.
Is Amina a Muslim name?
Amina is a classic Muslim name, cherished above all because the Prophet's ﷺ mother, Āmina bint Wahb, carried it.
How popular is Amina?
Amina is very common across the Muslim world, especially in Nigeria, Somalia, South Asia and the Balkans.
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Spellings and variants of Amina
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Amina mean?
Amina means 'Safe, secure, at peace'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Amina a Muslim name?
Amina is a classic Muslim name, cherished above all because the Prophet's ﷺ mother, Āmina bint Wahb, carried it.
How do you pronounce Amina?
Amina is pronounced AA-mi-nah.
Is Amina a boy or girl name?
Amina is usually a girl name.