Holding steady, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Mumin since 1978
Babies named Mumin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 41 |
| 2010s | 63 |
| 2020s | 11 |
Meaning & origin
Mumin is a name of Arabic origin, deeply rooted in Islamic tradition. It directly translates to 'believer' or 'faithful one', and is one of the 99 names of God in Islam. The name has been used across the Muslim world for centuries, though it saw a notable increase in usage in the United States starting in 1978. Its peak popularity occurred in 2016, and as of 2025 it ranks 10695, with approximately 1 in 284679 newborns receiving the name. The name has remained relatively stable in usage, without dramatic fluctuations. While it did not appear in any top state lists in the available data, it is more commonly found in communities with significant Muslim populations. Mumin is a strong, culturally significant name that carries a clear and positive meaning.
Mumin is derived from the Arabic root '-m-n', which carries the core meaning of 'faith' or 'trust'. The name is directly related to the Arabic word 'mu'min' (مؤمن), meaning 'believer' or 'faithful', and is one of the attributes of God in Islamic theology. It has been used as a personal name across the Muslim world, particularly in regions with Arabic cultural influence.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mo, Mumi
Variants: Moumin, Mo'min
Sibling names for Mumin
Names that share Mumin's style, for a brother or sister.
