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Emin

Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Emin: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2019.

Emin is a name with Turkish and Arabic origins, meaning "trustworthy" or "honest," derived from the Arabic root *amn* (safety, security). In Turkish culture, it is often used as a short form of names like Eminullah or Muhsin. Famous bearers include Emin Pasha, a 19th-century Ottoman-German physician, explorer, and governor of Equatoria; and the acclaimed Turkish pianist and composer Fazıl Say, whose full name includes Emin. While less common in Scotland, the name shares its root with the English name "Amin" and carries a strong, positive moral connotation. Emin has appeared occasionally in Scottish baby name records since the 2000s, reflecting the country's growing cultural diversity and the appeal of short, meaningful names with international flair.