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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Firm, strong, steadfast
- Origin
- Swahili
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- ih-MAH-rah
Imara is a Swahili name meaning firm, strong, and steadfast, pronounced ih-MAH-rah (IPA /ɪˈmɑːrə/). It has a bold, worldly feel, pairing a compact, three-syllable sound with a meaning that carries real weight. For parents wanting a name that says something definite about resilience, Imara fits that brief directly.
Meaning & Origin of Imara
Meaning: Firm, strong, steadfast.
Origin: Swahili.
How to Pronounce Imara
ih-MAH-rahIPA /ɪˈmɑːrə/
Popularity of Imara
Imara ranked #2979 on the SSA list in 2024, given to 55 babies that year, and that same year also marks its all-time peak across the full 1990-2024 record — so it's currently as widely used as it's ever been on the SSA charts.
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FAQ
What does the name Imara mean?
Firm, strong, steadfast.
How do you pronounce Imara?
Imara is pronounced ih-MAH-rah (IPA: /ɪˈmɑːrə/).
Is Imara a popular name right now?
Imara is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #2979 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1990–2024.)
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