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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Browse names →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
Most popular combo · classic
Imanii Rose
Floral · soft ending
Imanii Mae
Sweet · timeless
Imanii Claire
French influence · crisp
Imanii Jane
Literary · strong
Imanii Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Imanii right now?
Falling — down 4496 spots — currently #16096 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| 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 | — |
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:
Imanii by decade
| 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?
What names sound and feel like Imanii?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Imanii also consider these
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.