Minah
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- Name
- Minah
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The name Minah is an Indonesian variant of the name Amina. It is associated with the meanings 'the faithful' and 'the reliable.'
What does the name Minah mean?
Minah is the Indonesian form of Amina and carries the meanings 'the faithful' and 'the reliable.' The origin of the name traces back to the Arabic word ʾamīn (أمين), which means 'honest,' 'trustworthy,' 'faithful,' and 'reliable.' Furthermore, Minah is a Jewish derivation of the name Mina, which can have various origins. The name is often perceived as a short form of Wilhelmina, meaning 'the resolute protector.' Minah can also be considered a variant of Hermina, Marina, or Jasmina. Other interpretations of the name include: in Persian 'dried flower,' in Afghan 'wine jug,' in Turkish/Kurdish 'flower,' in Thai 'March,' and in Korean 'beautiful butterfly.'
Where does the name Minah come from?
Minah has Arabic roots and means 'the faithful.' The
How do you pronounce Minah?
Minah is pronounced like 'Mina,' with a soft 'a' at the end.
Popularity
In Germany, Minah is a rather rare first name. In 2023, it ranked 5,633rd on the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2009, at 2,111th. Over the last ten years, Minah has been given as a first name approximately 50 times, placing it 3,498th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it holds the rank of 4,171. Information on the global popularity and frequency of Minah is also available.
Similar first names
Famous people
- Mina Sohn (writer)
- Minah Bang (singer of the KPOP girl group 'Girl's Day')
Frequently asked questions about the name Minah
What is the origin of the name Minah?
Minah has Arabic roots and means 'the faithful.' The name is widespread in several languages, including Afghan, Arabic, Indonesian, and Turkish.
What does the name Minah mean?
Minah is the Indonesian form of Amina and stands for 'the faithful' and 'the reliable.' The origin of the name derives from the Arabic word ʾamīn, which describes qualities such as honesty and trustworthiness.
How popular is the name Minah?
The name Minah is widespread in various cultures and countries; however, it has gained popularity in recent years and is frequently used in Indonesia and other Asian countries.