Amin Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-MEEN / æˈmiːnArabic; Persian
Meaning
Arabic: trustworthy; Persian: faithful
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Amin is of Arabic origin, commonly used in Muslim cultures. It is often associated with qualities of trustworthiness and faithfulness. In Islamic tradition, the name is linked to the Prophet Muhammad, who was known as 'Al-Amin' or 'the trustworthy.' The name is also found in Persian-speaking regions, where it carries similar meanings.
Trend Summary
The name Amin has seen consistent usage in various cultures, particularly within Muslim communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ameen
- Amine
International Variants
- Amin (Arabic)
- Ameen (Arabic)
- Amine (French)
Famous people named Amin
Amin Maalouf is a French-Lebanese author known for his novels exploring themes of identity and culture.
Amin al-Husseini was a Palestinian Arab nationalist and Muslim leader during the early 20th century.
Amin Elhassan is a sports analyst known for his work in basketball commentary.
Fictional characters named Amin
Amin is a character in the novel 'The Last Guardian' by A. M. K. K. who plays a crucial role in the protagonist's journey.
Amin is featured in the video game 'Assassin's Creed' series as a historical figure influencing the storyline.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Amin was first seen in the United States in 1965. Amin has ranked as high as #1289 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in New York, California, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Amin has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Amin (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 12 | |
| IL | 12 | |
| NY | 11 | |
| TX | 8 | |
| FL | 7 | |
| VA | 6 | |
| PA | 6 | |
| MN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1973 | 20 |
| 1974 | 22 |
| 1975 | 23 |
| 1976 | 33 |
| 1977 | 88 |
| 1978 | 54 |
| 1979 | 53 |
| 1980 | 57 |
| 1981 | 47 |
| 1982 | 44 |
| 1983 | 41 |
| 1984 | 43 |
| 1985 | 40 |
| 1986 | 43 |
| 1987 | 33 |
| 1988 | 35 |
| 1989 | 48 |
| 1990 | 43 |
| 1991 | 50 |
| 1992 | 58 |
| 1993 | 35 |
| 1994 | 40 |
| 1995 | 65 |
| 1996 | 53 |
| 1997 | 56 |
| 1998 | 58 |
| 1999 | 76 |
| 2000 | 55 |
| 2001 | 72 |
| 2002 | 74 |
| 2003 | 78 |
| 2004 | 70 |
| 2005 | 63 |
| 2006 | 80 |
| 2007 | 75 |
| 2008 | 88 |
| 2009 | 77 |
| 2010 | 71 |
| 2011 | 87 |
| 2012 | 88 |
| 2013 | 75 |
| 2014 | 93 |
| 2015 | 81 |
| 2016 | 82 |
| 2017 | 86 |
| 2018 | 75 |
| 2019 | 99 |
| 2020 | 84 |
| 2021 | 73 |
| 2022 | 104 |
| 2023 | 96 |
| 2024 | 103 |