Sameen
Sameen is a Muslim unisex name meaning “Precious, valuable”.
| Meaning | Precious, valuable |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Arabic, Urdu usage |
| Arabic spelling | ثمین |
| Pronunciation | sah-MEEN |
| Arabic root | ث م ن (th-m-n) — price, value |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Sameen
In Pakistan and India, Sameen is normally the Arabic thamīn, 'precious' or 'of great value', pronounced with an s as in Urdu. It is given to both boys and girls, though somewhat more often to girls. Parents should be aware that the spelling also matches Arabic samīn (plump), so the Arabic script ثمین makes the intended meaning clear.
Is Sameen a Muslim name?
Yes. Sameen is used by Muslim families in South Asia and means precious, from Arabic thamīn.
Where is the name Sameen used?
Mainly used in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh for both boys and girls.
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Spellings and variants of Sameen
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sameen mean?
Sameen means 'Precious, valuable'. It comes from Arabic, Urdu usage.
Is Sameen a Muslim name?
Yes. Sameen is used by Muslim families in South Asia and means precious, from Arabic thamīn.
How do you write Sameen in Arabic?
Sameen is written ثمین in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sameen?
Sameen is pronounced sah-MEEN.