| Meaning | faith, belief |
| Origin | Swahili |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Imani |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | I-ma-ni |
About Imani
Breaking traditional gender associations, Imani offers a bold choice for parents who see strength and faith as universal qualities. This name carries profound significance while maintaining a gentle, melodic sound that flows beautifully when spoken. Imani represents a modern approach to naming, where meaning and sound matter more than conventional categories. Boys named Imani often grow up with a strong sense of identity and confidence, understanding from early on that names tell stories and carry values. The name's soft vowels create an approachable, warm feeling, while its cultural richness adds depth and substance. It's particularly appealing to families who prioritize spiritual or philosophical values, seeking a name that reflects their beliefs and hopes for their child. Imani stands out in any crowd without seeming strange or difficult, offering that perfect balance of uniqueness and accessibility that many parents seek in today's diverse naming landscape.
Variations of Name Imani
| Imane |
| Imanny |
| Imaani |
| Imany |
| Imanee |
| Imaaney |
Nicknames for Imani
| Im |
| Mani |
| Man |
| Manny |
| Immy |
Famous People Named Imani
| Imani Hakim | American actress |
| Imani Showalter | American model |
| Imani Coppola | American singer-songwriter |
| Imani Williams | British singer |
| Imani Shekinah | American rapper |
| Imani Windsor | British singer |
| Imani Evans | British singer |
| Imani Boyette | American basketball player |
| Imani Dorsey | American soccer player |
| Imani Cross | American football player |
| Imani Lee | American dancer |
| Imani Knox | American actor |
| Imani Abdullah | American musician |
| Imani Perry | American scholar |
| Imani Winds | American wind quintet |
| Imani Brammer | British actor |
| Imani Greene | American actor |
| Imani McGee-Stafford | American basketball player |
| Imani Smith | American actor |
| Imani Khayyam | American poet |
Characters Named Imani
| Imani Grayson | from the TV show "Grey's Anatomy" |
| Imani Stonehouse | from the video game "The Sims 4" |
| Imani Izumi | from the anime "Seraph of the End" |
| Imani Tanaka | from the book "Last Night at the Telegraph Club" by Malinda Lo |
| Imani Gandy | from the webcomic "Check, Please!" |
| Imani Williams | from the video game "Apex Legends" |
| Imani Colbert | from the TV show "Dear White People" |
| Imani Hakim | from the TV show "Everybody Hates Chris" |
| Imani Parks | from the movie "Dope" |
| Imani Coppola | from the movie "Lucky Number Slevin" |
| Imani Carver | from the TV show "The Wire" |
| Imani Holt | from the TV show "One on One" |
| Imani Kelly | from the movie "Get Out" |
| Imani Pearl | from the book "Children of Blood and Bone" by Tomi Adeyemi |