Aminat
Aminat is a Muslim girl name of Arabic, Yoruba / Caucasian form origin, meaning “Safe, secure (form of Amina)”.
| Meaning | Safe, secure (form of Amina) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Yoruba / Caucasian form |
| Written as | آمنة |
| Pronunciation | ah-mee-NAHT |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Nigeria, Dagestan, Chechnya |
Meaning and origin of Aminat
Aminat is a version of Āmina in which the Arabic feminine -t, normally silent at the end of a word, is sounded. This pattern is a hallmark of Yoruba Muslim naming in south-west Nigeria, which gives Fatimat and Khadijat as well. The same form is also widespread in Dagestan and Chechnya. Like Amina, it honours the Prophet's ﷺ mother, Āmina bint Wahb, and comes from a root meaning safety and trust.
Is Aminat a Muslim name?
Yoruba Muslims in Nigeria and Muslims of the Caucasus use Aminat as their version of Amina, honouring the mother of the Prophet ﷺ.
How popular is Aminat?
Aminat is very common among Yoruba Muslims in Nigeria and in Dagestan and Chechnya.
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Spellings and variants of Aminat
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aminat mean?
Aminat means 'Safe, secure (form of Amina)'. It is of Arabic, Yoruba / Caucasian form origin.
Is Aminat a Muslim name?
Yoruba Muslims in Nigeria and Muslims of the Caucasus use Aminat as their version of Amina, honouring the mother of the Prophet ﷺ.
How do you pronounce Aminat?
Aminat is pronounced ah-mee-NAHT.
Is Aminat a boy or girl name?
Aminat is usually a girl name.