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Amani

♂ Boy

Pronounced ah-MAH-nee /ɑːˈmɑː.niː/Low

Meaning: Peace, tranquility, aspirationsLow

In 30 seconds: Amani means peace in Swahili and is one of the seven Nguzo Saba (Seven Principles) of Kwanzaa. It also means aspirations or hopes in Arabic. A name of profound beauty used across East Africa and in diaspora communities worldwide.
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Origin LowSwahili, Arabic
MeaningPeace, tranquility, aspirations
U.S. rank (2025)#1585 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births107 boys (0.01% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,886

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202419702025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Amani is a Swahili word meaning peace, one of the seven principles of Kwanzaa. In Arabic, amani means hopes or aspirations. The name has been used across East Africa and has been embraced by African American families as both a Swahili peace name and a Kwanzaa principle.

Amani is used for both boys and girls in East African contexts and in African American communities. Its three syllables flow beautifully and the meaning of peace carries universal positive appeal.

Did you know? Amani (Peace) is the sixth principle of Kwanzaa, the African American cultural celebration, making this name deeply significant for families who observe this tradition of African cultural reconnection and community values.
Overall data confidence 90%
Behind the Name: Amani

Variations

AmaanAmaneAman

Nicknames

AmiMani

Famous Bearers

  • ★Amani (1980-present)
    Kenyan singer-songwriter (Cecilia Wairimu), winner of Best Female at the 2009 MTV Africa Music Awards

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Frequently Asked

What does Amani mean?

Amani means peace in Swahili and is also the sixth principle of Kwanzaa. In Arabic it means hopes or aspirations.

Is Amani a Kwanzaa name?

Yes, Amani (Peace) is the sixth of the seven principles of Kwanzaa.

How do you pronounce Amani?

Amani is pronounced ah-MAH-nee with three syllables.

What names are similar to Amani?

Similar names include Jabari, Omari, and Sekani.

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