Aminah
Aminah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Safe, secure, protected”.
| Meaning | Safe, secure, protected |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | آمنة |
| Pronunciation | AA-mi-nah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Malaysia, Singapore, Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Aminah
Aminah is Āmina written with a closing -h to show the Arabic feminine ending. Its root concerns safety and trust, and the name describes a woman who is safe and protected. It carries the same honour as Amina, because Āmina bint Wahb was the mother of the Prophet ﷺ. This spelling is particularly common in Malaysia, Singapore and English-speaking countries.
Is Aminah a Muslim name?
Aminah is a well-established Muslim name, being another way of writing Amina, which the Prophet's ﷺ mother bore.
How popular is Aminah?
Aminah is popular in Malaysia, Singapore and English-speaking Muslim communities.
Gifts with the name Aminah
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Spellings and variants of Aminah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aminah mean?
Aminah means 'Safe, secure, protected'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Aminah a Muslim name?
Aminah is a well-established Muslim name, being another way of writing Amina, which the Prophet's ﷺ mother bore.
How do you pronounce Aminah?
Aminah is pronounced AA-mi-nah.
Is Aminah a boy or girl name?
Aminah is usually a girl name.