أمينة

Emine

girlTurkish form of Arabic Āmina / Amīna

Emine is a Muslim girl name meaning “Trustworthy, faithful; safe”.

MeaningTrustworthy, faithful; safe
GenderGirl
OriginTurkish form of Arabic Āmina / Amīna
Arabic spellingأمينة
Pronunciationeh-mee-NEH
Arabic rootأ م ن (ʾ-m-n) — to be safe, to trust
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Emine

Emine is the Turkish form of Amina, the name of the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ mother, Āmina bint Wahb. Turkish vowel harmony turns the final -a into -e, giving Emine. For generations it was one of the most common women's names in Turkey and remains familiar across the country and among Crimean Tatars.

Is Emine a Muslim name?

Yes. Emine is a Muslim name, the Turkish form of Amina, honouring the mother of the Prophet ﷺ.

Where is the name Emine used?

Very common in Turkey, especially among older generations, and among Turks in the Balkans.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Emine mean?

Emine means 'Trustworthy, faithful; safe'. It comes from Turkish form of Arabic Āmina / Amīna.

Is Emine a Muslim name?

Yes. Emine is a Muslim name, the Turkish form of Amina, honouring the mother of the Prophet ﷺ.

How do you write Emine in Arabic?

Emine is written أمينة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Emine?

Emine is pronounced eh-mee-NEH.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.