Amna

Amna is a feminine given name used in Arabic-speaking and Muslim communities, as well as in South Asia and Africa. In Arabic, Amna is typically written آمنة and is associated with safety, security, and peace; it is related to the noun aman, meaning safety or protection, and to the adjective amina, meaning trustworthy. The name is often understood to convey a sense of security and trustworthiness.

In usage, Amna is common in countries with Arabic heritage and in Muslim communities worldwide. It is also found among Urdu- and Persian-speaking families, where it may be spelled or transliterated as Ameena, Amina, or Ameneh. The pronunciation is usually AHN-nah or AM-nah, with the emphasis on the first syllable.

Variants and related names include Amina (Aminah), Aminat, Ameena, Amena, and Amaneh. These forms share the same root and general meaning, though transliteration differences reflect language and region.

Notable people named Amna include Amna Nawaz, a Pakistani-American journalist and anchor for PBS NewsHour. The name also appears in literature and film in various cultures, reflecting its cross-cultural appeal.