Imani is a Swahili name meaning “faith†and is widely used across African and African-American communities. As one of the seven principles of Kwanzaa, Imani stands for spiritual confidence and cultural pride. Though unisex, it’s more commonly given to girls in the U.S. but remains masculine in some African traditions. Radiating purpose and cultural richness, Imani is a name of both power and peace.
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