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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Trustworthy, faithful
- Origin
- Arabic
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- ah-MEEN
Amin is an Arabic name meaning "trustworthy, faithful," pronounced ah-MEEN. You may see it listed among names that mean peace, but that's not an actual translation; the peace connection looks like loose thematic grouping, and the real meaning is trustworthy or faithful.
Meaning & Origin of Amin
Meaning: Trustworthy, faithful.
Origin: Arabic.
A common claim: Sometimes listed among 'names that mean peace' Actually: Amin means 'trustworthy/faithful,' not 'peaceful' — the peace association appears to be loose thematic categorization rather than an actual translation.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Amin
ah-MEENIPA /æˈmiːn/
Popularity of Amin
Amin has stayed a rarely given name in the U.S. since Social Security records begin in 1965. It peaked at #904 in 1977 with 88 babies, and by 2024 it ranked #1637 with 103 babies.
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FAQ
What does the name Amin mean?
Trustworthy, faithful. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Amin?
Amin is pronounced ah-MEEN (IPA: /æˈmiːn/).
Is Amin a popular name right now?
Amin peaked at #904 in 1977 and is ranked #1637 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1965–2024.)
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