Amna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Amna has Arabic origins and means safe or protected. It evolved from the Arabic terms Amina and Aminah. The name conveys traits of trustworthiness and security. It does not have biblical relevance but is well-regarded in various cultures.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Amna"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːmnə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Amna comes from the Arabic root 'amn', which means peace, safety, and security. It is often associated with the concept of being safe or protected.
Meaning
Safe, protected, trustworthy
Language Evolution
Amna (modern Arabic), Amina (Arabic), Aminah (Arabic)
Historical Usage
Amna gained popularity in the Arab world and among Muslim communities due to its positive connotations and association with safety and trustworthiness.
Variants & Derivatives
Amina, Aminah, Amin
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Amna is currently viewed positively, often associated with strong and nurturing qualities.
Famous People
Amna Al Haddad (Emirati weightlifter), Amna Nawaz (American journalist), Amna Khamis (Pakistani activist)
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✨ Amna Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 66 peak births in 2015
Geographic Spread
Popular across 8 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Amna"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Amna"
"Amna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 9107th of 9107 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 12822nd of 19264 | 23 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5202nd of 27321 | 263 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3256th of 35406 | 753 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3186th of 30306 | 612 |
Regional Popularity of "Amna" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Amna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
95.17% 3507th/3685 |
51.84% 2320th/4475 |
- |
85.91% 5427th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
68.31% 3130th/4582 |
34.20% 1766th/5164 |
47.00% 3437th/7313 |
55.65% 4153rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
94.70% 3773rd/3984 |
44.71% 2006th/4487 |
48.68% 3321st/6822 |
50.33% 3159th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Amna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Amna" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Amna" in the United States
The name Amna is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Amna has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Amna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 9107th out of 9107 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 12822nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5202nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3256th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3186th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Amna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.