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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Faith (from Arabic 'iman'), a variant spelling of Imani
- Origin
- Arabic
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- ih-MAH-nee
Emani is a girl's name of Arabic origin, a variant spelling of Imani, and it means "faith" (from the Arabic 'iman'). It's pronounced ih-MAH-nee, and it has a worldly feel that sets it apart from more traditional picks.
Meaning & Origin of Emani
Meaning: Faith (from Arabic 'iman'), a variant spelling of Imani.
Origin: Arabic.
How to Pronounce Emani
ih-MAH-neeIPA /ɪˈmɑːni/
Popularity of Emani
Emani peaked at #955 in 2019, when 276 baby girls were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #1316, with 174 girls receiving it that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Emani mean?
Faith (from Arabic ‘iman’), a variant spelling of Imani.
How do you pronounce Emani?
Emani is pronounced ih-MAH-nee (IPA: /ɪˈmɑːni/).
Is Emani a popular name right now?
Emani peaked at #955 in 2019 and is ranked #1316 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1990–2024.)
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