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Imanii

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Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Faith"

From Swahili for faith, it is used as a virtue name in African and African-diasporic communities, with spelling variants common.

Themes:faithswahilivirtueafricangiven

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Imanii

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#11456Ranked nationally
SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Imanii Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Imanii.

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imay
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anii
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Imanii mean?
Imanii means "Faith". From Swahili for faith, it is used as a virtue name in African and African-diasporic communities, with spelling variants
What is the origin of Imanii?
Imanii is of Swahili origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.
How popular is the name Imanii?
According to the latest SSA data, Imanii is currently ranked #11456 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.
Is Imanii a girl name?
Imanii is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.
What are good nicknames for Imanii?
Popular nicknames for Imanii include imay, iman, anii, niiy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Imanii?
There are many names similar to Imanii in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginSwahili
Syllables3
Length6 letters
US Rank#11456
Trend→ Stable
Starts withI

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