"trustworthy, faithful, honest"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Arabic
Amin
Pronunciation: [ ahm-EEN ]
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A name of deep Islamic honor meaning 'trustworthy'
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"safe, secure"
Origin: Arabic root a-m-n
Language: Arabic
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Things to Know About This Name
- Associated with Idi Amin, former Ugandan dictator responsible for mass atrocities (1971-1979), though this association is less significant in Muslim communities globally than in Western contexts
The Story of Amin
Amin derives from the Arabic root a-m-n, meaning safety, trust, and faithfulness. It shares this root with 'amana' (trust) and 'iman' (faith). The word 'amin' is also the Arabic equivalent of 'Amen,' the affirmation of prayer used in Islam, Christianity, and Judaism. As a name, it expresses a parent's hope that their child will be a person of integrity.
Amin has been a consistent name across Muslim-majority countries for centuries, from Morocco to Indonesia. It remains popular wherever Islam has spread, carried by the universal Islamic values of honesty and trustworthiness.
In Islamic culture, 'Al-Amin' (The Trustworthy) was one of the epithets given to the Prophet Muhammad before his revelation, making this name deeply honorable. In Swahili-speaking East Africa, the variant Amini is also widely used.
Historical Record
Amin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1965.
Over 3,333 babies have been named Amin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Amin is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #1,640 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Al-Amin (The Trustworthy) was a title given to Prophet Muhammad before he received divine revelation
- The word 'Amen' in Jewish and Christian prayer shares the same Semitic root a-m-n
Amin in Other Languages
Urdu
امین
Arabic
أمين
Persian
امین
Swahili
Amini
Turkish
Emin
Popularity Over Time
#1,640
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Amin
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Amin Joseph
Actor
1980
American actor known for his role as Jerome Saint in the FX series Snowfall
A
Amin Maalouf
Writer
1949
Lebanese-French novelist and essayist, 2011 Prince of Asturias Award winner, known for The Crusades Through Arab Eyes
I
Idi Amin
Politician
1925
Ugandan military dictator (1971-1979) whose brutal regime caused the deaths of hundreds of thousands
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,640
- Total SSA Count
- 103
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Persian Turkish Swahili Muslim South Asian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Amin
What does the name Amin mean?
"trustworthy, faithful, honest" (from Arabic). "safe, secure" (from Arabic root a-m-n). Amin derives from the Arabic root a-m-n, meaning safety, trust, and faithfulness. It shares this root with 'amana' (trust) and 'iman' (faith). The word 'amin' is also the Arabic equivalent of 'Amen,' the affirmation of prayer used in Islam, Christianity, and Judaism. As a name, it expresses a parent's hope that their child will be a person of integrity.
What is the origin of the name Amin?
Amin has Arabic, Arabic root a-m-n, Persian, Turkish, Swahili, Muslim, and South Asian origins. In Arabic, it means "trustworthy, faithful, honest". In Arabic root a-m-n, it means "safe, secure".
Is Amin a boy or girl name?
Amin is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Amin?
Amin is pronounced ahm-EEN.
How popular is the name Amin?
Amin is currently ranked #1640 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Amin?
Popular middle name pairings include Amin Ali, Amin Hassan, Amin Ibrahim, Amin Khalid, Amin Omar, Amin Farrukh, and Amin Tariq.
What are good sibling names for Amin?
Names that pair well with Amin as siblings include Yasmin, Layla, Hassan, Fatima, Tariq, Nour, and Sana.
How many syllables does Amin have?
Amin has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Amin a common or rare name?
Amin is an uncommon name, ranked #1640 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Amin
Amin is a boy name with Arabic, Persian, Turkish, Swahili, Muslim, and South Asian origins . The name means "trustworthy, faithful, honest" in Arabic .
Amin is currently ranked #1,640 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Amin has 2 syllables and is pronounced ahm-EEN, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Amin include Amir, Amiri, Amias, Amirion, Amire . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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