Aminah is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #1160 in 2025 with 200 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2017 with 306 births ranking #887. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 119.8%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 8,036 girls born was named Aminah. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
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.