Yameen
Yameen is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Right hand; blessed and fortunate”.
| Meaning | Right hand; blessed and fortunate |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | يمين |
| Pronunciation | ya-MEEN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Yameen
Yameen literally refers to the right hand or the right side. Arabic speech and Islamic custom tie the right with goodness, strength and blessing. On Judgement Day, those handed their record in the right hand are the People of the Right, the ones who succeed. Families in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh give the name, and in the Maldives it is familiar through the former president Abdulla Yameen.
Is Yameen a Muslim name?
Yameen is an Arabic name tied to the righteous, as the Quran speaks of 'the companions of the right (aṣḥāb al-yamīn)' (Quran 56:27).
How popular is Yameen?
Families in Bangladesh, India, Pakistan and the Maldives use it.
Gifts with the name Yameen
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yameen mean?
Yameen means 'Right hand; blessed and fortunate'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Yameen a Muslim name?
Yameen is an Arabic name tied to the righteous, as the Quran speaks of 'the companions of the right (aṣḥāb al-yamīn)' (Quran 56:27).
How do you pronounce Yameen?
Yameen is pronounced ya-MEEN.
Is Yameen a boy or girl name?
Yameen is usually a boy name.