UK boy's name
Mumin
An Arabic name meaning "faithful" or "believer".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Mumin is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Mumin popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3254, with 6 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2023, with 9 births.
This profile covers 82 England and Wales registrations across 17 recorded years from 1997 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 67% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 81 living people in the UK are called Mumin. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Mumin ranked #3254 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 6 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2023, when 9 boys were registered as Mumin.
- • About 81 living people in the UK are estimated to have Mumin as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3254
2024
Births in 2024
6
Latest year
Peak year
2023
9 births
Estimated living
81
2026
Meaning
What does Mumin mean?
The name Mumin originates from the Arabic language and culture. It has its roots in the Islamic faith and is derived from the Arabic word "mu'min," which means "believer" or "faithful one." The name Mumin is believed to have been in use since the early days of Islam, around the 7th century CE.
In Islamic tradition, the term "mu'min" refers to a person who has faith in the teachings of Islam and adheres to the principles of the religion. The name Mumin was often given to children with the hope that they would grow up to be devout believers and lead a life guided by the principles of their faith.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Mumin can be found in the Quran, the holy book of Islam. The word "mu'min" is used multiple times in various verses, emphasizing the importance of faith and belief in the religion.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Mumin. One of the most famous was Mumin ibn Abbas, a prominent scholar and jurist who lived in the 8th century CE. He was known for his extensive knowledge of Islamic law and his contributions to the field of jurisprudence.
Another notable figure was Mumin al-Razi, a Persian philosopher and polymath who lived in the 9th century CE. He made significant contributions to various fields, including philosophy, mathematics, and astronomy.
In the 12th century, Mumin al-Shirazi was a prominent Persian poet and writer who is best known for his work "The Rose Garden," a collection of poems and anecdotes that explored themes of spirituality and morality.
During the Ottoman Empire, Mumin Pasha was a grand vizier (chief advisor) to Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent in the 16th century. He played a crucial role in the administration and governance of the empire.
In more recent times, Mumin Khan was a prominent Afghan politician and diplomat who served as the Prime Minister of Afghanistan from 1957 to 1963.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Mumin throughout history, reflecting its enduring significance and connection to the Islamic faith and culture.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Mumin over time
The chart below shows babies named Mumin registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Mumin, the clearest high point is 2023. The latest England and Wales figure is 6 births in 2024, compared with 9 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Mumin by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Mumin was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #3132 | 25 | 4 |
| 2010s | #3786 | 45 | 10 |
| 2000s | #3035 | 9 | 2 |
| 1990s | #2859 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Mumin
- Matthew 80,931
- Mohammed 74,321
- Muhammad 72,235
- Max 59,807
- Michael 47,075
- Mason 38,935
- Mohammad 25,910
- Morgan 15,994
- Muhammed 11,527
- Mark 11,336
- Marcus 11,257
- Maxwell 10,006
FAQ
Mumin: questions and answers
How popular is the name Mumin in the UK right now?
In 2024, Mumin was ranked #3254 for boys in England and Wales, with 6 births registered.
When was Mumin most popular?
The peak year on record was 2023, with 9 babies registered as Mumin in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Mumin?
An Arabic name meaning "faithful" or "believer".
How many people are called Mumin in the UK?
A total of 82 babies have been registered as Mumin across the 17 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.