How Popular (or Rare) was Aminah in 1997?

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#672
1997 Rank
36
1997 Births
#263
Best Rank (2013)
185
Peak Year (2012)
3,271
Total Births (1996-2025)
1 in 8,144
Rarity Factor (1997)
Popularity Position
Top 14%
Among UK girls' names in 1997
Uncommon ยท 1 in 8,144 births

๐Ÿ“Š The Aminah Story

Aminah is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #672 in 1997 with 36 recorded births. This places Aminah in the top 14% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Uncommon. The name reached its all-time peak in 2012 with 185 births ranking #270. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 12.5%. In 1997, approximately 1 in every 8,144 girls born was named Aminah. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.

Popularity Trend (1996โ€“2025)

๐Ÿ“… Data Status: Official verified statistics are currently available from 1996 up to 2025. This report reflects the most recent confirmed data from England & Wales; 2026 and 2027 projections are based on real-time search trends and will be finalized upon the next official release.

Name Meaning & Origin

Origin: Arabic  |  Meaning: trustworthy; faithful

Aminah is a graceful transliteration variant of Amina and carries the same meaning of trustworthiness and faithfulness. It feels elegant and spiritually grounded.

The name is especially important in Muslim tradition and appears in several English spellings. Its appeal comes from meaning, history, and a very gentle sound.

Did you know?Aminah and Amina show how Arabic names can retain the same meaning and tradition across slightly different transliterations.
Similar namesAmina, Amira, Ameera, Aisha, Anayah

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