Iman

Iman: name meaning, origin and popularity

Unisex nameArabic origin

Meaning and origin of Iman

  • A unisex given name from Arabic.

Etymology

See iman.

How popular is Iman?

180U.S. babies in 2025
#1043peak rank (1996)
6,609babies since 1880

Since 1880, 5,124 girls and 1,485 boys in the U.S. have been named Iman (78% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1043 in 1996. Its highest rank for boys was #1798 in 2025. In 2025, 180 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Iman FAQ

What does the name Iman mean?

A unisex given name from Arabic. See iman.

What is the origin of the name Iman?

Iman is listed as a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Iman?

Since 1880, 5,124 girls and 1,485 boys in the U.S. have been named Iman (78% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1043 in 1996. Its highest rank for boys was #1798 in 2025. In 2025, 180 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Iman a boy or girl name?

Iman is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (5,124 girls and 1,485 boys since 1880).

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.