Girl name
Imani name meaning
“relating to faith”
Imani is a feminine name commonly linked to Arabic īmānī, meaning relating to faith. This adjective is derived from īmān, the Arabic word for belief or faith. The same written form can also mean my faith, with the interpretation depending on its grammatical context.
What does Imani mean?
The ending -ni occurs in varied names, such as Handayani, Wahyuni, and Rini. It is not one suffix with a fixed meaning, and the shared sound does not establish a common origin. More girl names ending in -ni →
Origin and cultural usage of Imani
Possibly from Arabic īmānī, an adjective derived from īmān, belief or faith. The same written form can also mean my faith, depending on grammatical context.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Imani in Islam and the Quran
Imani does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Imani
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Imani, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Imani: relating to faith
- Adham: deep black; a black horse
- Maulida: birth, birthday
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Meaning of each word
- Imani: relating to faith
- Salsabila: name of a spring in Paradise
- Alvi: associated with Ali
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Imani Atikah
Meaning of each word
- Imani: relating to faith
- Atikah: noble, of good standing
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Meaning of each word
- Salimah: safe, healthy, sound
- Imani: relating to faith
- Fitriana: innate nature, original purity
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Imani Nuraisah
Meaning of each word
- Imani: relating to faith
- Nuraisah: light of life
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Meaning of each word
- Imani: relating to faith
- Robiatul: the fourth
- Suraya: the Pleiades star cluster
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How to pronounce Imani
| Syllables | 3 · 5 letters · 5-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /imani/ |
| Arabic script | إيماني |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦶꦩꦤꦶ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮄᮙᮔᮤ |
Is Imani a girl’s name?
Yes, Imani is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Imani ranks #2,567 among girl names in our data sample (3 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Imani
Names with related meanings
- Elly♀My God is my oath
- Lisa♀God is my oath
- Christina♀Follower of Christ
- Vera♀Faith or belief
- Kristina♀Follower of Christ
- Elisabeth♀God is my oath
- Elizabeth♀God is my oath
- Hanifah♀Steadfast in upright faith
- Eli♀My God is my oath
- Tina♀Follower of Christ
- Christine♀One who believes in Christ
- Ely♂♀My God is my oath
FAQ about the name Imani
What is the meaning of Imani?
Imani means relating to faith. Possibly from Arabic īmānī, an adjective derived from īmān, belief or faith. The same written form can also mean my faith, depending on grammatical context.
Is Imani a girl’s name?
Yes, Imani is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Imani?
Imani is of Arabic origin.
Is the name Imani in the Quran?
Imani does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
How many syllables does Imani have?
Imani has 3 syllables (I-ma-ni) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Imani?
Imani ranks #2,567 among girl names in our data sample (3 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Imani?
Some ideas: Imani Adham Maulida; Imani Salsabila Alvi; Imani Atikah.
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