Yaminah
Yaminah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Right-handed; blessed, fortunate”.
| Meaning | Right-handed; blessed, fortunate |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | يمينة |
| Pronunciation | ya-MEE-nah |
| Arabic root | ي م ن (y-m-n) — right side, blessing |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Yaminah
Yaminah is the feminine of Yamin, connected with the right hand and with blessing and good fortune. The form Yamina is a well-established traditional name in Algeria and Morocco, often given in older generations. The final h reflects the tā marbūṭa and is common in English spellings.
Is Yaminah a Muslim name?
Yes. Yaminah is a Muslim girl's name of Arabic origin associated with blessing and the righteous people of the right.
Where is the name Yaminah used?
Best known in Algeria and Morocco, usually as Yamina.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yaminah mean?
Yaminah means 'Right-handed; blessed, fortunate'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Yaminah a Muslim name?
Yes. Yaminah is a Muslim girl's name of Arabic origin associated with blessing and the righteous people of the right.
How do you write Yaminah in Arabic?
Yaminah is written يمينة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Yaminah?
Yaminah is pronounced ya-MEE-nah.