Name meaning
Amina
A trustworthy, at-ease, secure woman.
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Name meaning and origin
The name Amina is formed from the root əmn in the Arabic language and carries the meaning of reassurance, safety, and trust. The root is also the source of the word əmin (reliable), and so Amina is understood as a trustworthy, assured woman. The name entered the Azerbaijani language through both Arabic and Turkic mediation and has been in use for a long time.
The name's most famous bearer is Amina bint Wahb, the mother of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him); as she passed away long before her son reached prophethood, she is a figure of the pre-Islamic period and is not counted among the Companions. In Azerbaijan, Amina remains a beloved girl name today, and there is no religious obstacle to bearing it.
Name details
- Gender
- Girl's name
- Origin
- Ərəb mənşəli
- Letter count
- 5
- Appears in the Quran
- No
- Variants
- Əminə, Aminə, Emine
- Pronunciation
- ɑ.mi.ˈnɑ
Notable people with this name
Aminah bint Wahb
Frequently asked questions
The most asked questions about this name.
What is the meaning of the name Amina?
Amina is a name of Arabic origin and means an assured, reliable, safe woman.Is the name Amina mentioned in the Quran?
No, the name Amina does not appear in the Quran; it is recorded in historical sources as the personal name of the mother of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).Is Amina a boy or a girl name?
Amina is a girl name.