Sameen
Sameen is a Muslim unisex name of Arabic, Urdu usage origin, meaning “Precious, valuable”.
| Meaning | Precious, valuable |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Arabic, Urdu usage |
| Written as | ثمین |
| Pronunciation | sah-MEEN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Sameen
In Pakistan and India, Sameen usually stands for the Arabic thamīn, precious or of great value, said with an s as in Urdu. The root th-m-n relates to price and value. Boys receive it as well, though girls a little more often. Parents may want to know that the same English spelling also fits the Arabic samīn, plump, so writing it in Arabic script as ثمین makes the intended meaning clear.
Is Sameen a Muslim name?
South Asian Muslim families use Sameen for its meaning of precious, taken from the Arabic thamīn.
How popular is Sameen?
It is mostly found in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh, where it is given to sons as well as daughters.
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Spellings and variants of Sameen
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sameen mean?
Sameen means 'Precious, valuable'. It is of Arabic, Urdu usage origin.
Is Sameen a Muslim name?
South Asian Muslim families use Sameen for its meaning of precious, taken from the Arabic thamīn.
How do you pronounce Sameen?
Sameen is pronounced sah-MEEN.
Is Sameen a boy or girl name?
Sameen is used for both boys and girls.