Imaan
Imaan is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Faith, belief”.
| Meaning | Faith, belief |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | إيمان |
| Pronunciation | ee-MAAN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, United Kingdom, North America |
Meaning and origin of Imaan
Few words matter more in Islam than īmān, the belief that rests on God, His angels, His revealed books, His messengers, the Day of Judgement and His decree. Imaan is a spelling that stretches the second vowel so readers say it long. Its Arabic root is about feeling secure and placing trust, which also produces amān, safety, and amīn, someone reliable. Girls receive it far more than boys.
Is Imaan a Muslim name?
For Muslim families, naming a daughter Imaan is a way of placing faith at the centre of her identity. The word appears in the verse 'and faith has not yet entered your hearts' (Quran 49:14).
How popular is Imaan?
You will most often find this spelling in Pakistan, India, Britain and North America.
Gifts with the name Imaan
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Imaan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Imaan mean?
Imaan means 'Faith, belief'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Imaan a Muslim name?
For Muslim families, naming a daughter Imaan is a way of placing faith at the centre of her identity. The word appears in the verse 'and faith has not yet entered your hearts' (Quran 49:14).
How do you pronounce Imaan?
Imaan is pronounced ee-MAAN.
Is Imaan a boy or girl name?
Imaan is usually a girl name.