Declining since 2021, #5,045 for boys today.
Popularity of Momin since 1992
Babies named Momin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 33 |
| 2000s | 92 |
| 2010s | 83 |
| 2020s | 123 |
Meaning & origin
Momin is an Arabic name meaning 'believer' and has been in use in the United States since 1992, when it first appeared in Social Security records. Its popularity peaked in 2020, but it has been on a downward trajectory since 2021. As of 2025, it ranks 5,045, with an incidence of 1 in 89,899 births. The name reflects a strong religious identity and is common in Muslim communities.
Momin is an Arabic name derived from the root '-m-n', which conveys the idea of safety, trust, and faith. It is closely related to the word 'iman' (faith) and appears in the Quran as a descriptor for believers. The name has been widely used across the Muslim world, particularly in South Asia and the Middle East, where it is often given to boys as a virtue name expressing religious devotion.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mom, Mino
Variants: Moumin, Mu'min
Sibling names for Momin
Names that share Momin's style, for a brother or sister.
