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Ameena

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Pronounced a-MEE-na /ʔa.ˈmiː.na/Medium

Meaning: Safe, secureMedium

In 30 seconds: Ameena is an Arabic name meaning 'safe, secure'.

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Origin MediumArabic, Urdu, Dhivehi

MeaningSafe, secure

U.S. rank (2024)#2846 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births58 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2016

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,839

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

From Arabic, Ameena carries the reassuring meaning 'safe, secure', also understood as trustworthy. It is a feminine name with a long history in Arabic-speaking cultures. The data records no variant spellings for this form.

The doubled 'e' gives Ameena a flowing, gentle sound that suits its meaning of safety and trust.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Ameena is 'safe, secure', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.

Overall data confidence 70%

Behind the Name - Ameena — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

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Amina— The standard spelling of the same Arabic name as Ameena.

Aminah— A close variant sharing Ameena's 'trustworthy' meaning.

Amira— Another Arabic girls' name with a similar sound to Ameena.

Amani— An Arabic name echoing Ameena's gentle sound and reassuring sense.

Frequently Asked

What does the name Ameena mean?

Ameena is usually explained as meaning 'safe, secure' and is most often linked with Arabic tradition.

How do you pronounce Ameena?

It's commonly said a-MEE-na /ʔa.ˈmiː.na/.

Is Ameena a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Ameena is used as a girl name.

How popular is Ameena?

In 2024, Ameena ranked #2846 in the U.S. for girls, with 58 births recorded.