Amani
Amani is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Wishes, desires, aspirations, or peace.
Origin and history
Amani is a name of Arabic origin meaning 'desires' or 'wishes', and in Swahili it signifies 'peace'. While widely used for females, it also has a steady history of use for boys in the United States. Its soft vocalic structure gives it a modern yet classic international appeal.
Popularity in the United States
2,890 babies in the United States have been named Amani since 1880. It ranks #2409 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1329.
States where it is most popular
- NY (20.8 %)
- CA (19.2 %)
- FL (15.6 %)
- TX (11.6 %)
- PA (5.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 47 |
| 1980-1990 | 13 |
| 1990-2000 | 355 |
| 2000-2010 | 989 |
| 2010-2019 | 860 |
| 2020-2029 | 626 |
Famous people named Amani
- Amani Ble surface: American football player
Fun facts
- The name means 'wishes' or 'desires' in Arabic and 'peace' in Swahili.
- Although more commonly given to girls in the U.S., Amani has consistently been used for boys over several decades.