Samin
Samin is a Muslim unisex name of Arabic, Persian usage origin, meaning “Precious, valuable”.
| Meaning | Precious, valuable |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Arabic, Persian usage |
| Written as | ثمین |
| Pronunciation | sah-MEEN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iran, Bangladesh, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Samin
Samin is the Persian and South Asian way of saying the Arabic thamīn, precious, from a root about price and value. Iranian parents have made it a popular modern name for daughters, whereas in Bangladesh and Pakistan it is often a boy's name. Written in Arabic script as ثمین, it is clearly separated from samīn, plump, which sounds identical in Persian and Urdu.
Is Samin a Muslim name?
Muslims in Iran and South Asia give Samin for its meaning of precious.
How popular is Samin?
It is a popular girl's name in Iran and a boy's name in Bangladesh and parts of Pakistan.
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Spellings and variants of Samin
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Samin mean?
Samin means 'Precious, valuable'. It is of Arabic, Persian usage origin.
Is Samin a Muslim name?
Muslims in Iran and South Asia give Samin for its meaning of precious.
How do you pronounce Samin?
Samin is pronounced sah-MEEN.
Is Samin a boy or girl name?
Samin is used for both boys and girls.