Amna Girl

Popularity: #908 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationAHM-nah / ˈæm.nə

Arabic; Urdu

Meaning

Arabic: safe; protected; Urdu: prosperous

Historical & Cultural Background

Amna is a name of Arabic origin, commonly used in Muslim cultures. It is often associated with safety and protection, reflecting positive attributes. The name has historical significance in Islamic tradition, as it was borne by the mother of the Prophet Muhammad. In contemporary times, it is popular in various countries, including Pakistan and India.

Trend Summary

Amna has seen a steady presence in naming trends, particularly among Muslim families in the United States.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Amina
  • Amnah

International Variants

  • Amina (Arabic)
  • Aminah (Arabic)
  • Amna (Urdu)

Famous people named Amna

Amna Al Haddad is an Emirati weightlifter known for her achievements in sports and promoting women's fitness.

Amna Nawaz is a Pakistani-American journalist and news anchor, recognized for her work with PBS NewsHour.

Fictional characters named Amna

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Amna was first seen in the United States in 1910. Amna has ranked as high as #1328 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Virginia, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Amna has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Amna (2024)

StateBirthsShare
TX 7
39%
CA 6
33%
NY 5
28%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19105
19788
19799
19806
19817
198211
198414
19857
19869
19877
198810
198920
199020
199123
199223
199322
199431
199526
199633
199732
199853
199946
200040
200146
200253
200354
200445
200547
200646
200757
200852
200942
201051
201144
201245
201355
201452
201566
201666
201745
201842
201951
202049
202151
202244
202349
202442