"righteous, blessed"
Aiman
Pronunciation: [ EYEM-uhn ]
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An Arabic blessing meaning righteous and forever favored
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Meaning & Origin
"on the right side, auspicious"
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The Story of Aiman
Aiman derives from the Arabic root yamn (يمن), meaning blessing, good fortune, and the right side. In Arabic tradition, the right side (yameen) is associated with auspiciousness and moral righteousness. The name has been used across the Muslim world for over a millennium, appearing in Islamic historical records and spreading through trade and cultural exchange to Pakistan, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
Aiman remains consistently popular in Pakistan, Malaysia, and Arab countries. In Malaysia it has been among the top names given to boys for decades. Its simple two-syllable structure and deeply positive meaning make it a perennial favorite for Muslim families globally.
In Islamic tradition, the root yameen appears in the Quranic phrase Ashab al-Yameen (People of the Right Hand), referring to those blessed in paradise. Naming a child Aiman carries the profound hope that they will live a righteous and favored life.
Historical Record
Aiman first appeared in US Social Security records in 1976.
Over 368 babies have been named Aiman in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Aiman is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #6,690 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The word yameen (right hand) in Arabic is the linguistic root of both Aiman and the country name Yemen
- Aiman is used for both boys and girls in some cultures, though the boy spelling is more common
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Famous People Named Aiman
Aiman Khan
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #6,690
- Total SSA Count
- 13
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Pakistani Malay Muslim
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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About the Name Aiman
Aiman is a boy name with Arabic, Pakistani, Malay, and Muslim origins . The name means "righteous, blessed" in Arabic .
Is Aiman a boy or girl name? Aiman is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #6,690 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #9,166. Aiman is more commonly used as a boy name.
Aiman is currently ranked #6,690 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Aiman has 2 syllables and is pronounced EYEM-uhn, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Aiman include Ai and Maan. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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