Imani: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Means faith, a grounding name of belief and conviction.
Imani as a Girl Name
- Origin
- Swahili
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #523
- Peak
- #239 in 1996
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Imani Means
Imani is a girl name of Swahili origin. Means faith, a grounding name of belief and conviction.
How Popular Imani Is
Imani currently ranks #523 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #239 in 1996. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Imani
- Imani peaked at #239 in the U.S. in 1996.
- Imani is a name with Swahili East African origins.
Imani as a Unisex Name
- Origin
- Swahili
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #3417
- Peak
- #1769 in 1996
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Imani Means
Imani is a unisex name of Swahili origin. A spirit of faith and deep belief.
How Popular Imani Is
Imani currently ranks #3417 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1769 in 1996. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Imani
- Imani is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Imani is a name with Swahili East African origins.
- It exudes elegance and sophistication.
Names Like Imani
Other Swahili names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Imani
Swahili names that pair well as a brother or sister to Imani.
Questions About Imani
What does Imani mean?
Imani is a girl name of Swahili origin. Means faith, a grounding name of belief and conviction.
How popular is Imani?
Imani currently ranks #523 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #239 in 1996. It has held steady.
Where does Imani come from?
Imani comes from Swahili roots. Imani peaked at #239 in the U.S. in 1996.
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