Aminah
Meaning of Aminah
The name Aminah, pronounced uh-MEE-nuh (/ʌˈmiːnə/), is a beautiful and meaningful choice for a baby girl. With its roots in Arabic, Aminah means "trustworthy" or "faithful," reflecting qualities that are universally admired. The name has historical significance as well; it was borne by the mother of the Prophet Muhammad, making it a revered name in Islamic culture. A common variation of this name is Amina. Over the years, Aminah has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with notable peaks and valleys in its ranking. For instance, it ranked 887th in 2017 but saw a decline to 1161st by 2021. Despite these variations, Aminah remains a timeless and culturally rich option for parents seeking a name that embodies trust and faithfulness.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as uh-MEE-nuh (/ʌˈmiːnə/)
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Notable People Named Aminah
| Aminah Cendrakasih - Aminah Tjendrakasih was a renowned Indonesian actress, best known for her role as Lela in the TV series Si Doel Anak Sekolahan, with a career spanning over a hundred feature films and receiving Lifetime Achievement Awards in 2012 and 2013. |
| Aminah Robinson - Aminah Brenda Lynn Robinson was an American artist known for her representation of Black history through her art. |
| Aminah Zawedde is a prominent Ugandan computer scientist, academic, and public administrator, currently serving as the permanent secretary of the Uganda Ministry of ICT and National Guidance. |
| Aminah Assilmi was an American broadcast journalist, national Muslim community activist, and director of the International Union of Muslim Women. |
| Aminah Beverly McCloud is a prominent professor of Religious Studies at DePaul University, specializing in Islam in America, Muslim women, and Islamic studies, and is also an accomplished author and editor. |
