Aman

Updated: November 2, 2021 by MomsWhoThink Staff

Aman is a name with symbolic meaning to both Christians and Muslims, though it's more common with Muslims. While it's not very popular in the United States right now, it has the potential to become a top baby name in the next few years, thanks to a celebrity superstar choosing it for his son. Aman sounds great with a variety of middle names from across all cultures and time periods.

Meaning of the name Aman:

German: Administrator
Arabic: Trustworthy, faithful
Hebrew: Mother, fear of them

Origin of the name Aman:

Aman has several potential meanings. There is some thought that it's derived from the German name “Ammann,” which was once used to describe an administrator. There is also some train of thought that it originates in the Bible and means either “mother” or “fear of them.” However, the name is most often associated with Islam and is considered an Arabic name that means “trustworthy” or “faithful.”

Symbolism of the name Aman:

Many people of the Muslim faith choose Aman as a name to symbolize their trust and faith in Allah. As a matter of fact, Allah is often chosen as a middle name for Aman.