Imanii

“faith”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#16096US 2023

5Births / yr

↓Falling

104All-time births

📅 Since 199700

What does Imanii mean and where does it come from?

Imanii is a name of Swahili origin meaning 'faith' and is often used in various African countries as well as in the United States, particularly in communities that celebrate African heritage. It has gained popularity in recent decades, reflecting African American culture and the importance placed on

Cultural significance

Imanii has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of faith.

Peak popularity

Reached #9585 in 2010 — currently #16096 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Imanii?

Imanii works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Imanii Grace

How popular is Imanii right now?

Falling — down 4496 spots — currently #16096 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#16096 · Top 12%

2000

2010

2020

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#16096	5	▼ down 4496 · -37% births
2022	#11600	8	▲ up 1069 · +14% births
2020	#12669	7	▼ down 3084 · -42% births
2010	#9585	12	▲ up 4927 · +100% births
2000	#14512	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Imanii

Best Year2010Rank #9585

Peak Count12

Average Rank#12892

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2000 - 20235 years

The story of Imanii

Imanii is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1997. With 104 total births recorded, Imanii remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #14512 in 2000, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #16096 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Imanii in 2010:

Isabella Sophia Emma Olivia Ava

Imanii by decade

Imanii peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	13
2000s ★	48
2010s	36
2020s	7

💎Imanii has only 104 total recorded births since 1997 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Imanii?

Common

ImaImImieImyAnii

What names sound and feel like Imanii?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Imanii also consider these

Imanni

American · faith, trust

American · No known meaning,

Asanii

American · A gift or

Amanii

Arabic · Meaning 'trust' or

Emonii

American · English

Common questions about the name Imanii

What does the name Imanii mean?

Imanii means "faith" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Imanii?

Imanii is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Imanii have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Imanii?

Imanii originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Imanii?

Imanii pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Imanii trending right now?

Imanii is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.