girl name · Arabic origin
Iman
/ ee-MAN /
Meaning
Iman means Faith (Arabic).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Arabic
Pronunciation
ee-MAN
Popularity
#2072 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Iman in the US, 1880–2025
Iman first appears in US records in 1975. It peaked in 1996, when 178 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 91.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Iman mean?
Iman means “faith” or “belief” in Arabic.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Iman mean?
Iman means Faith. Iman means “faith” or “belief” in Arabic.
What is the origin of the name Iman?
Iman is of Arabic origin.
How do you pronounce Iman?
Iman is pronounced “ee-MAN.”
Is Iman a boy or a girl name?
Iman is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Iman?
In 2025, Iman ranked #2072 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Iman most popular?
Iman was most popular in 1996, when about 178 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.