Emani

Meaning of Emani

Emani is a beautiful and unique name for girls with roots in African American and Swahili cultures. Pronounced as ee-MAH-nee in English and eh-MAH-nee in Swahili, the name carries an elegant and melodic quality. Emani is closely related to the name Imani, which means "faith" or "belief" in Swahili, symbolizing strong spiritual significance and cultural heritage. Over the years, Emani has steadily gained popularity in the United States, consistently appearing on baby name charts since 1990. In 2023, it ranked at 1144 with 212 occurrences. The name's rise reflects its growing appeal among parents seeking a meaningful and culturally rich choice for their daughters.

Pronunciation

African American English

  • Pronunced as ee-MAH-nee (/iˈmɑni/)

Swahili

  • Pronunced as eh-MAH-nee (/ɛˈmɑni/)

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Notable People Named Emani

Emani Sankara Sastry was a celebrated Veena player in the world of Carnatic music.
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