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Imani is a feminine name used in Swahili and African American. Behind the Name describes it this way: "Means ‘faith’ in Swahili, ultimately from Arabic إيمان (ʾīmān)." It ranked #579 for girls in the United States in 2025.
Meaning and etymology
According to Behind the Name, means ‘faith’ in Swahili, ultimately from Arabic إيمان (ʾīmān). The entry lists its usage as Swahili, African American.
Editorial confidence: established
Popularity
Imani ranked #579 for girls in the United States in 2025. The figure comes from the Social Security Administration's national file for that year.
| Region | Year | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2025 | #579 | ssa-2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Imani mean?
Imani means "faith", according to Behind the Name.
Is Imani a popular name?
Imani ranked #579 for girls in the United States in 2025. (Social Security Administration data).
Is Imani a boy's or a girl's name?
In the 2025 SSA data Imani appears in the girls' list; Behind the Name labels it feminine & masculine.
Sources
- Behind the Name: Meaning, origin and history of the name Imani — supports meaning, usage, pronunciation, variants.
- U.S. Social Security Administration: Popular Baby Names — national data, year of birth 2025 — supports popularity.
