Joyful, honest, or a star
Minah is a name with diverse roots. In Arabic contexts, it is often associated with 'joy' or 'gift', while in Korean, it is a popular feminine name typically meaning 'honest' or 'bright' depending on the hanja used. It also appears as a variant of the Hebrew name Mina, meaning 'bitter' or 'star of the sea'.
Less common today
Minah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,398 in 2013.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
South Korean singer and actress known as Minah
A character in the video game series 'The Legend of Zelda' · The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword
