Will my child share the name Imaani with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 10 UK babies named Imaani per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Imaani in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Imaani becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Imaani is declining: down 987 places since 2020, to #2,605 in 2025. It peaked at #817 in 1998.

Is Imaani a good choice for a distinctive name?

Imaani is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Imaani a popular baby name in the United States?

Imaani does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Imaani is a distinctive choice, ranked #2605 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Imaani in their class.

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About the Name Imaani

Imaani has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 498 places in five years. It was most popular in 1998 at #817 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1998.

Imaani is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Imaani in their class.