Girl name
Minah name meaning
“safe, secure”
Minah is a feminine name commonly linked to Aminah, from Arabic āminah, meaning “safe” or “secure.” It is often used as a short form of Aminah. Minah can also shorten other names, so this Arabic meaning belongs specifically to its connection with the fuller name Aminah.
What does Minah mean?
The ending -ah has different backgrounds in Indah, Fatimah, and Aisyah. In some Arabic-derived names, this spelling can represent a feminine ending, but that explanation does not apply to every name ending in -ah. More girl names ending in -ah →
Origin and cultural usage of Minah
Often used as a short form of Aminah, from Arabic āminah, 'safe or secure'. Minah can also shorten other names.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Minah in Islam and the Quran
Minah does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Minah
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Minah, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Minah: safe, secure
- Nur: light, illuminating radiance
- Bilqis: traditional name of the Queen of Sheba
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Meaning of each word
- Minah: safe, secure
- Amirah: princess, female ruler
- Fatmi: one who weans
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Minah Rohmah
Meaning of each word
- Minah: safe, secure
- Rohmah: compassion; mercy
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Fatima Minah Khairunnisa
Meaning of each word
- Fatima: one who weans a child
- Minah: safe, secure
- Khairunnisa: the foremost of women
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Minah Rufaidah
Meaning of each word
- Minah: safe, secure
- Rufaidah: a little help, support
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Meaning of each word
- Minah: safe, secure
- Rahmania: associated with compassion
- Ain: eye; water spring
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How to pronounce Minah
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /minah/ |
| Arabic script | مينة |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦩꦶꦤꦃ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮙᮤᮔᮂ |
Is Minah a girl’s name?
Yes, Minah is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Minah ranks #2,586 among girl names in our data sample (3 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Minah
Names with related meanings
- Rahayu♀Safety and well-being
- Susanti♀Good peace, tranquility
- Aminah♀Safe, secure
- Santi♀Peace, serenity
- Irene♀Peace and tranquillity
- Larasati♀Harmonious, well matched
- Mira♀Wonderful
- Ulfah♀Closeness, affectionate bonds
- Salma♀Safe, free from harm
- Halimah♀Forbearing, patient, slow to anger
- Ning♂♀Clear
- Salamah♀Safety, freedom from harm
FAQ about the name Minah
What is the meaning of Minah?
Minah means safe, secure. Often used as a short form of Aminah, from Arabic āminah, 'safe or secure'. Minah can also shorten other names.
Is Minah a girl’s name?
Yes, Minah is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Minah?
Minah is of Arabic origin.
Is the name Minah in the Quran?
Minah does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
How many syllables does Minah have?
Minah has 2 syllables (Mi-nah) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Minah?
Minah ranks #2,586 among girl names in our data sample (3 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Minah?
Some ideas: Minah Nur Bilqis; Minah Amirah Fatmi; Minah Rohmah.
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