Amin
Amin is a Muslim boy name meaning “Trustworthy, faithful”.
| Meaning | Trustworthy, faithful |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | أمين |
| Pronunciation | ah-MEEN |
| Arabic root | أ م ن (ʾ-m-n) — to be safe, to trust |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Amin
Amīn means 'trustworthy' and 'faithful'. The people of Makkah called the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ al-Amīn long before his mission, and the angel Gabriel is described in the Quran as al-Rūḥ al-Amīn, the Trustworthy Spirit. The name is used across the Muslim world, from Morocco (often spelled Amine) to Iran and Indonesia.
Is Amin a Muslim name?
Yes. Amin is a Muslim name meaning 'trustworthy', the title by which the Prophet ﷺ was known in Makkah.
Is Amin in the Quran?
Gabriel is called the Trustworthy Spirit: 'The Trustworthy Spirit has brought it down' (Quran 26:193).
Where is the name Amin used?
Used throughout the Muslim world.
Gifts with the name Amin
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Spellings and variants of Amin
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Amin mean?
Amin means 'Trustworthy, faithful'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Amin a Muslim name?
Yes. Amin is a Muslim name meaning 'trustworthy', the title by which the Prophet ﷺ was known in Makkah.
How do you write Amin in Arabic?
Amin is written أمين in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Amin?
Amin is pronounced ah-MEEN.
Is Amin mentioned in the Quran?
Gabriel is called the Trustworthy Spirit: 'The Trustworthy Spirit has brought it down' (Quran 26:193).