Aman (अमन) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “Peace, tranquillity”. This guide covers Aman’s meaning, origin, pronunciation, deity association, popularity and similar names.

What does Aman mean?

Aman means Peace, tranquillity in Sanskrit. The name carries a serene devotional resonance — every Hindu name encodes a virtue, a deity or a cosmic principle.

Origin and Sanskrit script

Aman is written अमन in Devanagari. The Sanskrit mātṛkā (mother-syllables) preserve the sacred sound — important during the Namakarana Samskara.

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Pronunciation of Aman

Aman is pronounced as it is spelled in standard Hindi/Sanskrit and travels well across school registers, government forms and social settings in the USA, UK, Canada and Australia.

Why parents choose Aman

Aman carries the timeless feel of classical Sanskrit and has been used in Hindu families for generations. It is among the most chosen Hindu boy-names in 2026.

Quick facts about the name Aman

  • Gender: Hindu boy-name
  • Sanskrit: अमन
  • Meaning: Peace, tranquillity
  • Origin: Sanskrit
  • Popularity: 80/100 in 2026