Ameen Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-MEEN / æˈmiːnArabic; Urdu
Meaning
Trustworthy; faithful
Historical & Cultural Background
Ameen is derived from the Arabic root 'amn', which means to be safe or secure. It is commonly used in Islamic cultures, reflecting qualities of trust and reliability. The name is often associated with positive character traits and is used in various forms across different cultures. In Urdu-speaking regions, it is also embraced for its spiritual significance.
Trend Summary
The name Ameen has seen moderate popularity in various communities, particularly among those with Arabic heritage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Amin
- Ameenah
International Variants
- Amin (Arabic)
- Ameen (Urdu)
Famous people named Ameen
Ameen Rihani was a Lebanese-American writer and poet known for his contributions to literature and his advocacy for Arab culture.
Ameen Sayani is an Indian radio announcer and television presenter famous for his work in the broadcasting industry.
Ameen al-Husseini was a Palestinian Arab nationalist leader and the Grand Mufti of Jerusalem during the British Mandate.
Fictional characters named Ameen
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ameen was first seen in the United States in 1974. Ameen has ranked as high as #1299 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Pennsylvania, New York, Illinois, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Ameen has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ameen (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 9 | |
| CA | 5 | |
| MI | 5 | |
| NY | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1979 | 16 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 20 |
| 1991 | 20 |
| 1992 | 22 |
| 1993 | 25 |
| 1994 | 32 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 34 |
| 1997 | 30 |
| 1998 | 36 |
| 1999 | 32 |
| 2000 | 38 |
| 2001 | 38 |
| 2002 | 46 |
| 2003 | 36 |
| 2004 | 51 |
| 2005 | 50 |
| 2006 | 59 |
| 2007 | 47 |
| 2008 | 50 |
| 2009 | 50 |
| 2010 | 50 |
| 2011 | 49 |
| 2012 | 56 |
| 2013 | 60 |
| 2014 | 48 |
| 2015 | 50 |
| 2016 | 60 |
| 2017 | 51 |
| 2018 | 52 |
| 2019 | 43 |
| 2020 | 51 |
| 2021 | 50 |
| 2022 | 59 |
| 2023 | 52 |
| 2024 | 61 |