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Ameenah
Pronounced ə-MEE-nah /əˈmi.nɑ/Medium
Meaning: -ee- spelling of Aminah — from Arabic amina, 'trustworthy, faithful; secure, safe, at peace'Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
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History & Origin
Ameenah is an -ee- spelling of Aminah — from Arabic amina, 'trustworthy, faithful; secure, safe, at peace' (from the root a-m-n, also the root of 'amen' and 'iman, faith'). The honored name of Aminah bint Wahb, mother of the Prophet Muhammad. A devout, gentle name; the -ee- styling personalizes it (said 'ə-MEE-nah').
In the U.S. it appears in Muslim families. Rare, trustworthy-and-safe at the root, and gentle.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Ameenah mean?
Ameenah spells Aminah — Arabic 'trustworthy, faithful; secure, safe'.
How do you pronounce Ameenah?
It's said ə-MEE-nah /əˈmi.nɑ/ — three syllables, stress on the second.
Is Ameenah a boy or girl name?
Ameenah is a girl's name.
How popular is Ameenah?
Ameenah is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Aminah is more common.