Imani Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationee-MAH-nee / iːˈmɑːniSwahili
Meaning
Faith
Historical & Cultural Background
Imani is a name of Swahili origin, commonly used in East Africa. It is often associated with the celebration of Kwanzaa, where it represents one of the seven principles, specifically faith. The name is used for both boys and girls, although it is more commonly given to girls. It reflects cultural values and the importance of faith in various communities.
Trend Summary
Imani has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the African American community.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Imani was first seen in the United States in 1972. Imani has ranked as high as #1305 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Imani has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Imani (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 13 |
| 1979 | 16 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 25 |
| 1992 | 22 |
| 1993 | 46 |
| 1994 | 43 |
| 1995 | 43 |
| 1996 | 52 |
| 1997 | 52 |
| 1998 | 50 |
| 1999 | 43 |
| 2000 | 41 |
| 2001 | 30 |
| 2002 | 39 |
| 2003 | 27 |
| 2004 | 42 |
| 2005 | 23 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 31 |
| 2009 | 21 |
| 2010 | 26 |
| 2011 | 32 |
| 2012 | 26 |
| 2013 | 24 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2016 | 25 |
| 2017 | 35 |
| 2018 | 23 |
| 2019 | 40 |
| 2020 | 32 |
| 2021 | 58 |
| 2022 | 47 |
| 2023 | 54 |
| 2024 | 45 |