Imani
Girl name · Swahili · pronounced ee-MAH-nee
Verified name
What does Imani mean?
Faith
Origin and language
Popularity in the United States
Ranked No. 496 in the U.S. in 2025, so it is moderately common. Source: U.S. Social Security Administration data.
Popularity in England and Wales
No. 650 in England and Wales in 2025
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Related names, nicknames, and variants
Nickname: Mani
Variant: Imani
Related: Amani
Using Imani across cultures
A proud Swahili virtue name honoring belief.
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