Aminat
Aminat is a Muslim girl name meaning “Safe, secure (form of Amina)”.
| Meaning | Safe, secure (form of Amina) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Yoruba / Caucasian form |
| Arabic spelling | آمنة |
| Pronunciation | ah-mee-NAHT |
| Arabic root | أ م ن (ʾ-m-n) — to be safe, to trust |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Aminat
Aminat is a form of Āmina in which the hidden Arabic feminine -t is pronounced. Yoruba Muslims in south-western Nigeria use this pattern widely, as in Fatimat, Khadijat and Aminat. The same form is also common in Dagestan and Chechnya. It honours the Prophet's ﷺ mother, Āmina bint Wahb.
Is Aminat a Muslim name?
Yes. Aminat is the Yoruba and Caucasian form of Amina, the name of the Prophet's ﷺ mother.
Where is the name Aminat used?
Very common among Yoruba Muslims in Nigeria and in Dagestan and Chechnya.
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Spellings and variants of Aminat
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- Yoruba Muslim names explained
- Nigerian Muslim names: Hausa & Yoruba forms
- Central Asian & Caucasus Muslim names guide
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aminat mean?
Aminat means 'Safe, secure (form of Amina)'. It comes from Arabic, Yoruba / Caucasian form.
Is Aminat a Muslim name?
Yes. Aminat is the Yoruba and Caucasian form of Amina, the name of the Prophet's ﷺ mother.
How do you write Aminat in Arabic?
Aminat is written آمنة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Aminat?
Aminat is pronounced ah-mee-NAHT.