Aminu
Aminu is a Muslim boy name of Arabic, Hausa form origin, meaning “Trustworthy, faithful (Hausa form of Amin)”.
| Meaning | Trustworthy, faithful (Hausa form of Amin) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Hausa form |
| Written as | أمين |
| Pronunciation | ah-MEE-noo |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Nigeria, Niger |
Meaning and origin of Aminu
Aminu is the Hausa version of Amīn, with the -u ending that Hausa often adds to Arabic men's names. It means 'trustworthy', from a root concerning safety and trust, and recalls the Prophet's ﷺ title al-Amīn. One famous bearer is Aminu Kano, a Nigerian politician who played a major part in the years around independence. It remains a familiar name throughout Hausa-speaking regions.
Is Aminu a Muslim name?
Aminu is the Hausa way of saying Amin, an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'trustworthy'.
How popular is Aminu?
Aminu is very common in northern Nigeria and Niger.
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Spellings and variants of Aminu
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aminu mean?
Aminu means 'Trustworthy, faithful (Hausa form of Amin)'. It is of Arabic, Hausa form origin.
Is Aminu a Muslim name?
Aminu is the Hausa way of saying Amin, an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'trustworthy'.
How do you pronounce Aminu?
Aminu is pronounced ah-MEE-noo.
Is Aminu a boy or girl name?
Aminu is usually a boy name.