"faith, belief"
Origin: Arabic
Language: English
Iman
Pronunciation: [ EYEM-uhn ]
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The Story of Iman
Iman (إيمان) is an Arabic name derived from the root 'amana' (آمن), meaning 'to believe' or 'to have faith.' In Islamic theology, iman refers to the comprehensive concept of faith — belief in God, the angels, the scriptures, the prophets, the Day of Judgment, and divine decree. The name can be given to both boys and girls, though in many Arab countries it is predominantly feminine. It is one of the most spiritually significant names in Islamic tradition.
Iman is widely used across the Muslim world and has gained international recognition partly through Iman Mohamed Abdulmajid, the Somali-American supermodel and wife of David Bowie. The name has appeared consistently on birth name charts in the US, UK, and France among Muslim communities.
In Islamic theology, Iman is one of the three fundamental concepts (alongside Islam and Ihsan), representing the inner dimension of faith. Naming a child Iman is a profound spiritual act — a prayer that the child will embody true faith throughout her life.
Historical Record
Iman first appeared in US Social Security records in 1975.
Over 5,032 babies have been named Iman in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Iman is past its peak , currently ranked #2,086 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Iman is one of the core theological concepts in Islam, making this name deeply meaningful
- Supermodel Iman, wife of David Bowie, has made the name internationally recognized
- Imani is the Swahili form of the same root word, meaning faith, and is also a Kwanzaa principle
Iman in Other Languages
Urdu
ایمان
Arabic
إيمان
Persian
ایمان
Swahili
Imani
Turkish
İman
Popularity Over Time
#2,086
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1996
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Iman
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Iman Shumpert
Athlete
1990
American professional basketball player and NBA champion
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Iman
Entertainer
1955
Somali-American supermodel and businesswoman, widow of David Bowie; one of the most famous models of the 20th century
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,086
- Total SSA Count
- 92
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Muslim Somali East African Persian Turkish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Iman
What does the name Iman mean?
"faith, belief" (from Arabic). "trust, security" (from Arabic). Iman (إيمان) is an Arabic name derived from the root 'amana' (آمن), meaning 'to believe' or 'to have faith.' In Islamic theology, iman refers to the comprehensive concept of faith — belief in God, the angels, the scriptures, the prophets, the Day of Judgment, and divine decree. The name can be given to both boys and girls, though in many Arab countries it is predominantly feminine. It is one of the most spiritually significant names in Islamic tradition.
What is the origin of the name Iman?
Iman has Arabic, Muslim, Somali, East African, Persian, and Turkish origins. In Arabic, it means "faith, belief". In Arabic, it means "trust, security".
Is Iman a boy or girl name?
Iman is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #2086. As a boy name, it is ranked #1896. Iman is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Iman?
Iman is pronounced EYEM-uhn.
How popular is the name Iman?
Iman is currently ranked #2086 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Iman?
Popular middle name pairings include Iman Fatima, Iman Nour, Iman Leila, Iman Yasmin, Iman Sofia, and Iman Zara.
What are good sibling names for Iman?
Names that pair well with Iman as siblings include Zain, Adam, Yasmine, Nadia, Ibrahim, and Hana.
How many syllables does Iman have?
Iman has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Iman a common or rare name?
Iman is an uncommon name, ranked #2086 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Iman
Iman is a girl name with Arabic, Muslim, Somali, East African, Persian, and Turkish origins . The name means "faith, belief" in Arabic .
Is Iman a boy or girl name? Iman is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #2,086 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #1,896. Iman is more commonly used as a boy name.
Iman is currently ranked #2,086 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Iman has 2 syllables and is pronounced EYEM-uhn, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Iman include Imani, Imara, Imaan . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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