Amanah

Q: What is the origin of Amanah?

Amanah is of Arabic origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Amanah a girl name?

Amanah is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Trust; Faithfulness"

Derived from a term for trust or custodianship, it is used as a virtue name in several Muslim communities.

Themes:trustfaitharabicvirtueethics

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Popularity History of Amanah

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#7245Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Year

Selected Year Rank

Unranked

Amanah did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Amanah Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Amanah.

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amay

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aman

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anah

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anay

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Baby Name Lists That Include Amanah

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Amanah mean?

Amanah means "Trust; Faithfulness". Derived from a term for trust or custodianship, it is used as a virtue name in several Muslim communities.

What is the origin of Amanah?

Amanah is of Arabic origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Amanah?

According to the latest SSA data, Amanah is currently ranked #7245 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Amanah a girl name?

Amanah is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Amanah?

Popular nicknames for Amanah include am, AM, amay, aman, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Amanah?

There are many names similar to Amanah in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginArabic

Syllables3

Length6 letters

US Rank#7245

Trend↑ Rising

Starts withA

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Akeem Abdul Ahmir Amin Ammar

Sisters

Aniya Aida Anissa Ali Ayesha

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