momen

Momen is a surname found primarily in Persian- and Arabic-speaking communities, as well as in South Asia and the diaspora. The name derives from the Persian word mūmen (مومن‎), which means “believer” or “faithful” and is rooted in the Arabic root m-w-n, relating to faith and trust. In multicultural societies, Momen is occasionally used as a given name, though the surname form is more common.

The surname is widespread in Iran, where it appears among families of both Shi’a and Sunni background. In the Indian subcontinent, Momen families are historically connected to trade, especially in the Gulf, and many migrated to the United Arab Emirates and Qatar over the past century. In the United Kingdom, the name is represented in the predominantly South Asian community, and it appears in census data as well as in records of cultural organizations. The name also shows up in the United States, with most occurrences linked to the Indian diaspora, particularly those of Gujarati origin.

Notable individuals bearing the name include Abbas Momen, an Iranian historian known for his work on early Iranian media, and Rashid Momen, a UAE-based businessman in renewable energy who has been listed in regional “Top 50 Entrepreneurs.” In popular culture, Momen is occasionally used as a character name in Iranian films and television series to evoke religious or patriotic themes. Because of its widespread distribution, the name appears in various legal documents, business registries, and academic publications across multiple countries.