Amin
Amin is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Trustworthy, honest, faithful.
Origin and history
Amin is a classic name of Arabic origin that signifies trustworthiness and honesty. It is widely used across the Muslim world and among Arabic-speaking communities. In the United States, it has experienced steady, moderate usage, appealing to parents looking for a meaningful and traditional virtue name.
Popularity in the United States
3,440 babies in the United States have been named Amin since 1880. It ranks #2180 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1375.
States where it is most popular
- NY (23.9 %)
- CA (23.1 %)
- PA (14.6 %)
- NJ (8.3 %)
- TX (6.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 14 |
| 1970-1980 | 325 |
| 1980-1990 | 431 |
| 1990-2000 | 534 |
| 2000-2010 | 732 |
| 2010-2019 | 837 |
| 2020-2029 | 567 |
Famous people named Amin
- Amin Maalouf: Author, Journalist
- Amin Elhassan: Sports Analyst, Podcaster
Fun facts
- The title Al-Amin was bestowed upon the Prophet Muhammad early in life by his community due to his reputation for integrity.
- Amin shares its Semitic root (A-M-N) with the word Amen, reflecting a shared theme of truth and certainty.