girl name · Swahili origin
Imani
/ ee-MAH-nee /
Meaning
Imani means Faith (Swahili).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Swahili
Pronunciation
ee-MAH-nee
Popularity
#579 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Imani in the US, 1880–2025
Imani first appears in US records in 1970. It peaked in 1998, when 1,222 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 512.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Imani mean?
Imani means “faith” in Swahili.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Imani mean?
Imani means Faith. Imani means “faith” in Swahili.
What is the origin of the name Imani?
Imani is of Swahili origin.
How do you pronounce Imani?
Imani is pronounced “ee-MAH-nee.”
Is Imani a boy or a girl name?
Imani is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Imani?
In 2025, Imani ranked #579 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Imani most popular?
Imani was most popular in 1998, when about 1,222 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.