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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Trustworthy, faithful
- Origin
- Arabic
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- ah-MEE-nah
Aminah is an Arabic name meaning "trustworthy, faithful." It's pronounced ah-MEE-nah (IPA /əˈmiːnə/), with the stress on the middle syllable.
Meaning & Origin of Aminah
Meaning: Trustworthy, faithful.
Origin: Arabic.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Aminah
ah-MEE-nahIPA /əˈmiːnə/
Popularity of Aminah
Aminah peaked at #887 in 2017, when 306 babies were given the name. In 2024 it ranked #1004, with 254 babies, so it has slipped a little from that high but is still given to a few hundred children each year.
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FAQ
What does the name Aminah mean?
Trustworthy, faithful. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Aminah?
Aminah is pronounced ah-MEE-nah (IPA: /əˈmiːnə/).
Is Aminah a popular name right now?
Aminah is near its all-time peak (#887 in 2017), ranked #1004 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1965–2024.)
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