Amna
Amna 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 | AHM-nah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, Gulf States, Sudan, Bosnia And Herzegovina |
Meaning and origin of Amna
Amna is the common South Asian and Gulf spelling of Āmina, reflecting how the middle vowel drops away in everyday speech. Its root concerns safety and trust, and it describes a woman who is safe and at peace. The name recalls Āmina bint Wahb, who gave birth to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. In Pakistan it has long been one of the most popular names for girls.
Is Amna a Muslim name?
Amna is a much-loved Muslim name and a form of Āmina, which belonged to the Prophet's ﷺ mother.
How popular is Amna?
Amna is very common in Pakistan, the Gulf and Sudan, and among Bosniaks as Amna or Emina.
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Spellings and variants of Amna
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Amna mean?
Amna means 'Safe, secure, at peace'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Amna a Muslim name?
Amna is a much-loved Muslim name and a form of Āmina, which belonged to the Prophet's ﷺ mother.
How do you pronounce Amna?
Amna is pronounced AHM-nah.
Is Amna a boy or girl name?
Amna is usually a girl name.