Imani
Imani is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Faith or belief.
Origin and history
Imani is a name of Arabic origin that entered Swahili and became widely recognized as a given name and cultural concept meaning 'faith' or 'belief'. Although more commonly given to girls in the United States, it is also regularly used for boys. It carries a strong, uplifting spiritual meaning without being tied to a single religious institution.
Popularity in the United States
1,395 babies in the United States have been named Imani since 1880. It ranks #3323 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1649.
States where it is most popular
- NY (33.3 %)
- CA (32 %)
- TX (14.4 %)
- FL (11.3 %)
- IL (2.3 %)
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 | 75 |
| 1980-1990 | 81 |
| 1990-2000 | 401 |
| 2000-2010 | 290 |
| 2010-2019 | 270 |
| 2020-2029 | 278 |
Fun facts
- Imani is the seventh principle of Kwanzaa, representing faith in people, families, and leaders.
- The name originates from the Arabic root 'a-m-n', which relates to safety, trust, and belief.