Declining since 2016, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Amenah since 1978
Babies named Amenah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 25 |
| 2000s | 66 |
| 2010s | 79 |
| 2020s | 24 |
Meaning & origin
Amenah first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1978, reflecting the growing diversity of names in the country. It reached its peak popularity in 2015, when it was given to more babies than any other year. Since 2016, its usage has been gradually declining. As of 2025, the name ranks 14,942 nationally, with approximately 1 in 321,453 newborn girls receiving it. Though not among the most common names, Amenah remains a meaningful choice for families seeking a name with deep historical and religious significance. Its connection to the mother of the Prophet Muhammad gives it a special place in Islamic tradition, and it continues to be used primarily within Muslim communities in the United States and worldwide.
Amenah is a variant of Aminah, the feminine form of the Arabic name Amin, meaning 'trustworthy' or 'faithful.' It is most famously associated with Aminah bint Wahb, the mother of the Prophet Muhammad. The name has been used across the Muslim world for centuries and continues to be a popular choice among Islamic families.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ami, Mena
Sibling names for Amenah
Names that share Amenah's style, for a brother or sister.
