Imaan

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Imaan Pronunciation

Imaan is pronounced ih-MAHN /ɪˈmɑn/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic iman, 'faith; belief; trust (in God)' — a central concept in Islam; used for both sexes (more often girls'); here for boys; we note the sacred senseLow

In 30 seconds: Faith; belief; trust in God: Imaan is Arabic. Lyrical, devout, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for boys; said 'ih-MAHN').

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Origin LowArabic

MeaningFrom Arabic iman, 'faith; belief; trust (in God)' — a central concept in Islam; used for both sexes (more often girls'); here for boys; we note the sacred sense

U.S. rank (2024)#7404 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births11 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 120

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Imaan comes from Arabic iman, 'faith; belief; trust (in God)' — a central concept in Islam (we note the sacred sense). Used for both sexes (more often girls'); here for a boy (slug distinguished; said 'ih-MAHN').

In the U.S. it appears in Muslim families. Rare for boys, faith-and-belief at the root, and devout.

Did you know? Imaan means 'faith; belief; trust (in God)' in Arabic — a central concept in Islam — a lyrical, devout name, used for both sexes (here for boys; we note the sacred sense; said 'ih-MAHN').

Overall data confidence 42%

References — Iman — sacred sense; unisex

Variations

ImanImann

Themes & Styles

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Imaan?

Imaan is pronounced ih-MAHN (/ɪˈmɑn/). Press play above to hear Imaan said aloud.

How do you say Imaan?

Imaan is said ih-MAHN (/ɪˈmɑn/). Press play above to hear Imaan said aloud.

What does the name Imaan mean?

Imaan is Arabic for 'faith; belief; trust (in God)' — a central concept in Islam; used for both sexes. We note the sacred sense.

Is Imaan a boy or girl name?

Imaan is used for both sexes (more often girls'); this page covers its use as a boy's name.

How popular is Imaan?

Imaan is rare as a boy's name in the U.S.