Aminata
Aminata is a girl's name of African origin.
Meaning
Trustworthy, honest, or peaceful.
Origin and history
Aminata is a West African feminine name derived from the Arabic name Aminah. It is widely used across countries like Senegal, Mali, and Guinea due to Islamic influence in the region. In the United States, it has grown in usage in recent decades among African diaspora communities.
Popularity in the United States
2,314 babies in the United States have been named Aminata since 1880. It ranks #3663 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1666.
States where it is most popular
- NY (60.7 %)
- OH (10.2 %)
- PA (10 %)
- MD (8 %)
- GA (5.9 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 30 |
| 1980-1990 | 59 |
| 1990-2000 | 274 |
| 2000-2010 | 715 |
| 2010-2019 | 801 |
| 2020-2029 | 435 |
Famous people named Aminata
- Aminata Touré: Prime Minister, Politician
- Aminata Sow Fall: Author, Writer
Nicknames
Ami, Mina, Amy
Fun facts
- The name is a regional adaptation of the classical Arabic name Aminah, adapted into West African languages such as Mandinka and Wolof.
- Aminata Diallo is the central protagonist in Lawrence Hill's acclaimed historical novel The Book of Negroes.