Noah Boy
NOH-uh
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Aman
BoyArabic, Hindi· “peace, safety”
- Meaning
- peace, safety
- Origin
- Arabic, Hindi
- Pronunciation
- uh-MAHN
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #2,285
- US babies 2025
- 61
- Best rank
- #1,221 (2001)
- Peak year
- 2004
Meaning and origin of Aman
Aman is an Arabic and Hindi name that means “peace, safety”.
Aman is a name found in Arabic and in several South Asian languages. In Arabic it means peace, safety or protection, from the root a-m-n, which also gives amin and iman. In Hindi and Punjabi usage, Aman also means peace and is a common name for boys, especially among Sikh and Hindu families. It is said uh-MAHN. The name is short and meaningful, and it translates easily across cultures. Aman is sometimes used for girls as well. Its simple form and peaceful meaning make it appealing to many families. Amani is a related Swahili name.
Popularity over time
Aman first appears in US Social Security records in 1969. It has never ranked in the national top 1,000, which keeps it genuinely uncommon. Its best national rank was #1,221 in 2001, and the most babies received it in 2004, when 121 were named Aman. In 2025, 61 babies were named Aman, and it ranked #2,285 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #4,513 in 1980, #1,260 in 2000, #2,119 in 2010, and #2,285 in 2025. Of the 2,453 US boys named Aman since records began, 39% were born in the 2000s, its biggest decade. The 2010s come next, with 531 babies. Since 2010, 879 more have been named Aman.
Other boys' names that peaked around the same time include Willem, Antwone, Karon, Iain, and Gabe.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Aman ranked highest in Illinois, New York, and Florida.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | #1029 | 7 |
| New York | #1302 | 8 |
| Florida | #1845 | 5 |
| California | #2007 | 7 |
| Texas | #2296 | 6 |
Gender, sound and spelling
About 96% of US babies named Aman over the last 20 years were boys, with a small share of girls.
Aman is usually pronounced uh-MAHN, with two syllables. It has four letters, starts with A and ends in “-an”.
Middle names for Aman
A few middle names that flow with Aman: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Aman
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aman mean?
Aman is an Arabic and Hindi name that means “peace, safety”.
What is the origin of the name Aman?
Aman has Arabic and Hindi roots. Aman is a name found in Arabic and in several South Asian languages.
Is Aman a popular name?
Not especially. Aman ranked #2,285 in the US in 2025, which puts it outside the top 1,000.
Is Aman a boy or girl name?
Aman is mainly a boy's name. About 96% of US babies named Aman over the last 20 years were boys, with a small share of girls.
How do you pronounce Aman?
Aman is usually pronounced uh-MAHN. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings