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Amin

The name Amin is derived from Arabic, meaning 'faithful', 'trustworthy', or 'honest'. It holds significant cultural and historical relevance in Islamic tradition, often associated with dependability and integrity. The name is also linked to the epithet of the Prophet Muhammad, who was known as 'Al-Amin', emphasizing its strong cultural roots.

IPA: /aˈmin/ · Simplified: ah-MEEN

Male
Arabic
Islamic
Middle East
trustworthy
reliable
strong
honest

45/100

Popularity

Stable

10-Year Trend

8

Countries

2020

Peak Year

Meaning of Amin

Etymology, origin story, and cultural significance.

The name Amin is derived from Arabic, meaning 'faithful', 'trustworthy', or 'honest'. It holds significant cultural and historical relevance in Islamic tradition, often associated with dependability and integrity. The name is also linked to the epithet of the Prophet Muhammad, who was known as 'Al-Amin', emphasizing its strong cultural roots.

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How to pronounce Amin

IPA notation and a simplified pronunciation guide.

IPA: /aˈmin/ · Simplified: ah-MEEN

Nicknames for Amin

Common diminutives and short forms used in everyday life.

Am
Amu
Mino
Aminy

Amin name popularity

Popularity score over the last 10 years and countries where this name is popular.

20152016201720182019202020212022202320240255075100

Popular in Countries

Top countries where this name is most common.

70

Iran

68

Egypt

64

Indonesia

63

Saudi Arabia

60

Pakistan

58

Turkey

57

Malaysia

55

Morocco

International Forms

How this name appears across different languages and cultures.

Ameen

Amine

Aman

Amien

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Ameen

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Collections featuring Amin

Curated name lists where this name appears

Personality

Traits and perception commonly associated with this name.

Individuals named Amin are often perceived as reliable and trustworthy, embodying a strong sense of responsibility and integrity. They are usually seen as leaders with a calm demeanor and a firm sense of principles, inspiring confidence in those around them.

Name Day

Traditional celebration date for this name.

Not traditionally celebrated

Famous people named Amin

Well-known figures who share this name.

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Amin Maalouf

Lebanese-born French author known for historical fiction and essays, active since the late 20th century.

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Amin Mohamed

Somali-Canadian entrepreneur and media personality, known for online content creation in the 21st century.

Frequently asked questions about Amin

Quick answers on meaning, gender, popularity, and nicknames.

What does Amin mean?
Here is the meaning behind Amin: The name Amin is derived from Arabic, meaning 'faithful', 'trustworthy', or 'honest'. It holds significant cultural and historical relevance in Islamic tradition, often associated with dependability and integrity. The name is also linked to the epithet of the Prophet Muhammad, who was known as 'Al-Amin', emphasizing its strong cultural roots.
Is Amin a boy or girl name?
Amin is traditionally a boy's name, though naming customs vary between cultures and families.
How popular is Amin?
Amin scores 45/100 on Namelia's popularity index, with a peak around 2020.
What are good nicknames for Amin?
Popular nicknames for Amin: Am, Amu, Mino, Aminy.
What names are similar to Amin?
Names similar to Amin: Ameen, Arman, Omar, Zayn — close in sound, origin, or style.

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