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Mamun

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Meaning

Trustworthy

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

General Muslim usage

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic ู…ุฃู…ูˆู†
Urdu ู…ุงู…ูˆู†
Persian ู…ุงู…ูˆู†
Turkish Memun
Bengali เฆฎเฆพเฆฎเงเฆจ
Pashto ู…ุงู…ูˆู†

Alternate Spellings

If you are looking for a strong and significant name for your son, Mamun is a standout choice. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Trustworthy', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

While popular in Arabic regions, Mamun has a modern appeal that transcends borders. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Reference Profile

Etymology

From the Arabic root ุฃ-ู…-ู† (สพ-m-n, 'to trust, be secure'). Al-Ma'mun was the seventh Abbasid Caliph, renowned for founding the House of Wisdom in Baghdad.

Notable Historical Usage

Al-Ma'mun (r. 813-833 CE) presided over the translation movement in Baghdad associated with the House of Wisdom, which carried Greek science into Arabic.

Cultural / Regional Usage

Used across the Muslim world.