Islamic Name
Ma'mun
MAH-moon / maʾˈmuːn
Pronunciation: MAH-moon / maʾˈmuːn
مأمون: موثوق، آمن، محل ثقة
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Meaning
Trusted, secure, reliable (derived from Arabic root ’amn, meaning safety or trust)
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Meaning Urdu
بااعتماد، معتبر، محفوظ
Meaning Arabic
مأمون: موثوق، آمن، محل ثقة
Ma'mun (مأمون) is an authentic Arabic male name meaning 'trusted' or 'one who is secure,' derived from the root ’‑m‑n (relating to safety, security, faith). The name is historically attested most famously by the Abbasid caliph al‑Maʾmun (Abū ʿAbd Allāh al‑Maʾmūn, r. 813–833), a patron of learning and the famed House of Wisdom in Baghdad, which gives the name classical gravitas. In traditional Islamic usage the semantic field ties to amanah (trust) and imān (faith), linking personal integrity with communal reliability. Ma'mun appears in later biographical and historical sources; while not a Quranic name per se, it resonates with Quranic themes of trust and stewardship. Related historical and classical names in the broader Abbasid milieu include [[Al-Mu'tasim]] and [[Harun al-Rashid]]. The name is uncommon today, valued for its classical worth and its implication of upright character rather than trend-driven popularity.
FAQs
Is Ma'mun a Quranic name?
No single-name Ma'mun is not cited as a proper noun in the Quran. Its root relates to words found in the Quran concerning trust and security.
Was Ma'mun used historically?
Yes. The most notable historical bearer is the Abbasid caliph al‑Maʾmūn (r. 813–833), known for patronage of learning.
Is Ma'mun appropriate in Muslim communities?
Yes. It is a classical Arabic name with positive connotations of trustworthiness and is acceptable across Muslim cultures.
What is the feminine form of Ma'mun?
A feminine form sometimes seen is Ma'munah or Mamunah (مأمونة), meaning 'she who is trusted.'
How is Ma'mun pronounced?
Common pronunciations are MAH-moon or maʾˈmuːn, with a glottal stop representing the hamza in careful pronunciation.
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