"faith, belief, trust in God"
Origin: Arabic
Language: English
Eman
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"conviction, certainty"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Arabic
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The Story of Eman
Eman (also spelled Imaan or Iman) is an Arabic name meaning faith or belief. The word iman in Islam refers not just to belief, but to a state of complete trust and surrender to God. It is one of the fundamental concepts of the religion, making this a name of profound spiritual significance for Muslim families.
Eman is popular throughout the Arab world and Muslim communities globally. It is used for both boys and girls in different regions, primarily male in some Gulf states and primarily female in Egypt and the Levant. Its spiritual meaning ensures its enduring popularity across generations.
In Islamic theology, iman (faith) is one of the three core foundations of the religion, alongside Islam (submission) and ihsan (excellence). A child named Eman carries this profound concept, symbolizing the family's wish that the child grow in deep faith.
Historical Record
Eman first appeared in US Social Security records in 1977.
Over 311 babies have been named Eman in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Eman is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #3,846 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Iman is one of the core theological concepts in Islam, alongside Islam and Ihsan
- The supermodel Iman brought this name international recognition in Western fashion circles
Eman in Other Languages
Urdu
iman
Arabic
iman
Persian
iman
Turkish
iman
Popularity Over Time
#3,846
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Eman
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Somali-American supermodel and businesswoman, wife of David Bowie
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,846
- Total SSA Count
- 29
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Muslim Middle Eastern African
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Eman
What does the name Eman mean?
"faith, belief, trust in God" (from Arabic). "conviction, certainty" (from Arabic). Eman (also spelled Imaan or Iman) is an Arabic name meaning faith or belief. The word iman in Islam refers not just to belief, but to a state of complete trust and surrender to God. It is one of the fundamental concepts of the religion, making this a name of profound spiritual significance for Muslim families.
What is the origin of the name Eman?
Eman has Arabic, Muslim, Middle Eastern, and African origins. In Arabic, it means "faith, belief, trust in God". In Arabic, it means "conviction, certainty".
Is Eman a boy or girl name?
Eman is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #3846. As a girl name, it is ranked #2803. Eman is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Eman?
Eman is currently ranked #3846 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Eman?
Popular middle name pairings include Eman Ali, Eman Hassan, Eman Ibrahim, Eman Mohammed, and Eman Khalid.
What are good sibling names for Eman?
Names that pair well with Eman as siblings include Iman, Amina, Yusuf, Ibrahim, Fatima, and Zainab.
How many syllables does Eman have?
Eman has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Eman a common or rare name?
Eman is an uncommon name, ranked #3846 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Eman
Eman is a boy name with Arabic, Muslim, Middle Eastern, and African origins . The name means "faith, belief, trust in God" in Arabic .
Is Eman a boy or girl name? Eman is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #3,846 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #2,803. Eman is more commonly used as a girl name.
Eman is currently ranked #3,846 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Eman has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Eman include Emanuel, Emari, Emad, Emani . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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