Imani: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced ih-MAH-nee · 3 syllables
Imani means “faith, belief”, from African and Arabic.
Borrowed from Swahili, from imani (“faith, belief”), from Arabic (iman).
- Meaning
- faith, belief
- Origin
- African, Arabic
- Pronunciation
- ih-MAH-nee
- US rank (2025)
- #579
- US babies a year
- about 640 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 1990
How popular is Imani?
Imani was the #579 name in the US in 2025, given to 553 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 1990.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #579 |
| England & Wales | #655 |
| Ireland | #690 |
| France | #629 |
| Canada | #934 |
| Australia | #576 |
How old are people named Imani?
Half of US adults named Imani are older than 27; most are between 19 and 37. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Imani
What does the name Imani mean?
Imani means “faith, belief”. It comes from African and Arabic.
How do you pronounce Imani?
Imani is pronounced ih-MAH-nee.
How popular is the name Imani?
Imani was the #579 name in the US in 2025, given to 553 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 1990.
How old are people named Imani?
Half of US adults named Imani are older than 27. Most are between 19 and 37.