Lamine
Lamine is a Muslim boy name meaning “The trustworthy one”.
| Meaning | The trustworthy one |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | West African / Maghrebi form of Arabic al-Amīn |
| Arabic spelling | الأمين |
| Pronunciation | lah-MEEN |
| Arabic root | أ م ن (ʾ-m-n) — trust, safety |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Lamine
Lamine comes from al-Amīn, 'the trustworthy', a title the people of Makkah gave the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ before his prophethood. In West and North Africa the article is merged into the name, giving Lamine or Lamin. Spanish footballer Lamine Yamal has brought the name new attention.
Is Lamine a Muslim name?
Yes. Lamine is a Muslim name, from al-Amīn, the trustworthy, a title of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Is Lamine in the Quran?
The word describes Jibrīl in 'obeyed there and trustworthy (amīn)' (Quran 81:21).
Where is the name Lamine used?
Common in Senegal, Guinea, Mali, Mauritania, Algeria and Morocco.
Gifts with the name Lamine
- Lamine name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lamine mean?
Lamine means 'The trustworthy one'. It comes from West African / Maghrebi form of Arabic al-Amīn.
Is Lamine a Muslim name?
Yes. Lamine is a Muslim name, from al-Amīn, the trustworthy, a title of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
How do you write Lamine in Arabic?
Lamine is written الأمين in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Lamine?
Lamine is pronounced lah-MEEN.
Is Lamine mentioned in the Quran?
The word describes Jibrīl in 'obeyed there and trustworthy (amīn)' (Quran 81:21).