Iman
Meaning of Iman
The name Iman, pronounced as ee-MAHN (/iˌmɑn/), is a unisex name with rich cultural significance and deep roots in Arabic and Swahili origins. In Arabic, the name means "faith" or "belief," reflecting a profound spiritual connotation. The Swahili interpretation aligns closely with this meaning, emphasizing trust and conviction. Iman has several variations, including Imani, Imaan, and Imaniyah, each carrying the same essence of faith and spirituality. Over the years, the name has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking notably in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Despite its modest ranking on baby name charts—reaching its highest rank at 1042 in 1996—Iman continues to be a meaningful choice for parents seeking a name that embodies strength and devotion.
Pronunciation
Arabic,Swahili
- Pronunced as ee-MAHN (/iˌmɑn/)
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Notable People Named Iman
| Iman Asante Shumpert is an American former professional basketball player who won an NBA championship with the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2016. |
| Iman Vellani is a Canadian actress known for her role as Kamala Khan in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and she has also co-written two Ms. Marvel limited series. |
| Iman Barlow is a professional English female kickboxer and Muay Thai fighter. |
| Iman Mohamad Jodeh is the first Muslim elected to the Colorado House of Representatives, serving as a Democratic member from the 41st district. |
| Iman Marshall is a free agent American football cornerback who previously played for USC. |
| Iman Elman is a Somali-Canadian military officer with a family history of peace advocacy in wartorn Somalia. |
| Iman Al Sayed is a Palestinian artist known for her work exploring processes, repetition, and the human condition through various media. |
| Iman Verjee is a Kenyan author based in Edmonton, Canada, known for her two books and her upbringing in Nairobi, Kenya. |
| Iman Humaydan Younes - Iman Humaydan is a Lebanese writer, researcher, and creative writing professor known for her novels and groundbreaking research on the families of disappeared persons during the Lebanese civil war. |
| Iman Mafi is a Norwegian professional footballer known for playing as a left-back for OBOS-ligaen club Jerv. |
| Iman Hakim Ibrahim, also known as Iman Hakim, is a promising Singaporean professional footballer playing as a central-midfielder for Young Lions in the Singapore Premier League. |
| Iman Fathuroman is an Indonesian professional footballer known for his role as a defensive midfielder for Liga 1 club Persikabo 1973. |
| Iman Benson is an American actress from Atlanta, Georgia, known for her roles in Uncle Buck, Alexa & Katie, BlackAF, and The Midnight Club. |
| Iman Mohammadi is a well-known Iranian Greco-Roman wrestler. |
| Iman Razaghirad is an Iranian footballer known for playing as a forward. |
