Emine
Emine is a Muslim girl name of Turkish form of Arabic Āmina / Amīna origin, meaning “Trustworthy, faithful; safe”.
| Meaning | Trustworthy, faithful; safe |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkish form of Arabic Āmina / Amīna |
| Written as | أمينة |
| Pronunciation | eh-mee-NEH |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey, Balkans |
Meaning and origin of Emine
Emine is how Turkish renders Amina, the name of Āmina bint Wahb, mother of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Turkish vowel harmony changes the final 'a' to 'e', which gives the form Emine. Its root ties together trust and safety. For many generations it was one of the most frequent women's names in Turkey, and it is still familiar throughout the country and among Crimean Tatars.
Is Emine a Muslim name?
Parents who choose Emine are honouring the mother of the Prophet ﷺ through her Turkish name.
How popular is Emine?
Very common in Turkey, especially among older women, and among Balkan Turks.
Gifts with the name Emine
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Spellings and variants of Emine
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Emine mean?
Emine means 'Trustworthy, faithful; safe'. It is of Turkish form of Arabic Āmina / Amīna origin.
Is Emine a Muslim name?
Parents who choose Emine are honouring the mother of the Prophet ﷺ through her Turkish name.
How do you pronounce Emine?
Emine is pronounced eh-mee-NEH.
Is Emine a boy or girl name?
Emine is usually a girl name.