Aaminah

Meaning & origin

Aaminah entered the U.S. baby name records in 1991, reflecting a growing diversity in naming practices. As of 2025, it received a rank of 7133, with roughly 1 in 107151 baby girls given this name. The name saw its highest usage in 2015, then began a gradual decline after 2016, indicating a slide from a peak period of interest. Although top states are not available for this name, its usage pattern mirrors the broader adoption of Arabic names in English-speaking countries. Aaminah's continued presence in the naming landscape speaks to its cultural and religious significance, as well as its pleasant meaning and sound.

Aaminah is a transliteration of the Arabic name آمِنَة (Āminah), meaning 'safe,' 'secure,' or 'trustworthy.' It is a feminine form derived from the Arabic root '-m-n' (to be safe, to trust). The name is most famously associated with Āminah bint Wahb, the mother of the Prophet Muhammad. It has been used across the Muslim world for centuries and remains popular among Arabic-speaking and Muslim communities. The spelling Aaminah, with double 'a,' is a common variant in English transliteration.