Imara

Meaning of Imara

Imara, a feminine given name derived from the Swahili term meaning “strong” or “resolute,” embodies associations of resilience and enduring stability. Pronounced ee-MAH-rah (/iˈmaɾa/) in its native linguistic context, the name has transcended its East African origins to establish a measurable presence in the United States. According to Social Security Administration data, Imara was bestowed upon 55 newborn girls in 2024, attaining rank 895, and has exhibited a gradual ascent from single-digit occurrences in the early 1990s to consistent double-digit registrations since the early 2000s. Longitudinal analysis of its rank—oscillating between the upper 800s and mid-900s across three decades—underscores a steady, if modest, embrace among Anglo-American naming preferences that valorize succinctness, meaningful etymology and cross-cultural resonance. As a technically precise choice, Imara conveys unwavering resolve and a commitment to strength.

Pronunciation

Swahili

• Pronunced as ee-MAH-rah (/iˈmaɾa/)

• Lara
• Zara
• Amara
• Samara
• Tara
• Tamara
• Kiara