| Meaning | traveler |
| Origin | Swahili |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Kimani |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Ki-ma-ni |
About Kimani
Kimani arrives with an exotic mystique that immediately captures attention and curiosity. This name travels across cultures with ease, bringing an international sensibility to any child's identity. The strong consonants create a name that feels grounded and substantial, suggesting inner strength and determination. Kimani breaks away from conventional European-derived names, offering something authentically different. Its three-syllable structure gives it a rhythmic quality that's pleasant to say and hear repeatedly. The name works across gender lines in some cultures, though it carries distinctive feminine energy when chosen for girls. Kimani suggests a parent who thinks globally and values diversity. It's a name that encourages questions and conversations, allowing a child to share their unique story. The relative rarity of Kimani means your daughter will likely be the only one in her class, giving her a special sense of individuality. This bold choice rewards adventurous parents seeking something truly distinctive.
Nicknames for Kimani
| Kim |
| Kimi |
| Mani |
| Ani |
Famous People Named Kimani
| Kimani Maruge | Kenyan education activist |
| Kimani N'gan'ga Maruge | Kenyan world record holder for being the oldest primary school student |
| Kimani Ffriend | Jamaican cricketer |
| Kimani Jones | American artist and filmmaker |
| Kimani Jemimah | Ugandan long-distance runner |
| Kimani Razaleigh | Malaysian singer and actress |
| Kimani Wa Turacco | Kenyan writer and activist |
| Kimani Campbell | American soccer player |
| Kimani Gray | American actress and producer |
| Kimani Tru | Pen name for a collection of young adult novels by various authors |
| Kimani Muturi | Kenyan news anchor and reporter |
| Kimani Wamatangi | Kenyan politician and senator |
| Kimani Ng'ang'a | Kenyan musician and songwriter |
| Kimani Ichung'wah | Kenyan politician and Member of Parliament |
| Kimani Melius | Saint Lucian cricketer |
| Kimani Gregory | American figure skater |
| Kimani Griffin | American speed skater |
| Kimani Friend | British bobsledder |
| Kimani Ngunjiri | Kenyan lawyer and politician |
Characters Named Kimani
| Kimani Jordan | Character in the TV show "The West Wing" |
| Kimani Davis | Character in the novel "An American Marriage" by Tayari Jones |
| Kimani Brown | Character in the TV show "All American" |
| Kimani Taylor | Character in the book "For Every One" by Jason Reynolds |
| Kimani Grey | Character in the book "Dear Martin" by Nic Stone |
| Kimani Turner | Character in the TV show "Greenleaf" |
| Kimani Patel | Character in the TV show "The Resident" |
| Kimani Mburu | Character in the novel "Binti" by Nnedi Okorafor |
| Kimani Foster | Character in the movie "Kimani & Jono" |
| Kimani Chaganza | Character in the TV show "Tinsel" |
| Kimani White | Character in the book "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas |
| Kimani Hart | Character in the TV show "One on One" |
| Kimani Thompson | Character in the movie "Jump In!" |
| Kimani Grayson | Character in the TV show "Kimani & Jono" |
| Kimani Grant | Character in the TV show "Veronica Mars" |
| Kimani Washington | Character in the book "Dreamland Burning" by Jennifer Latham |
| Kimani Monroe | Character in the movie "Miss Virginia" |
| Kimani Gold | Character in the book "The Stars and the Blackness Between Them" by Junauda Petrus |
| Kimani Brooks | Character in the TV show "The Quad" |
| Kimani Maxwell | Character in the book "Maxwell and Kimani" by Michael Waller |