Imani: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: eem-ahn-ee
Origin: Swahili
gender-male

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Meaning: Of faith and origin.

Imani is a strong and confident name, celebrated for its boldness and resilience, making it ideal for individuals with a dynamic spirit. It is a feminine name with significant cultural and historical importance. It remains a popular name in many cultures, symbolizing the enduring significance of faith and belief.

Imani Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Imani is currently #7636 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Imani is currently #3342 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Imani is currently #4046 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Imani is currently #1805 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Imani is currently #3861 on Kiindred Australian Names

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