Will my child share the name Iman with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 48 UK babies named Iman per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Iman in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Iman becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Iman has been fairly steady, ranked #763 in 2025 against #674 in 2020. Its best recorded position was #284 in 2004.

Is Iman a good choice for a distinctive name?

Iman 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 Iman a popular baby name in the United States?

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

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Q: Who are some famous people named Iman?

Notable people named Iman include: Iman Khatib-Yassin — Iman Khatib-Yassin is an Israeli Arab social worker and politician who currently serves as a member of the Knesset for the United Arab List.; Iman (model) — Iman Mohamed Abdulmajid, known mononymously as Iman, is a Somali-American model and actress.

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Iman is a distinctive choice, ranked #763 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Iman in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

#763

About the Name Iman

Iman is steadily gaining in popularity, up 71 places over the past five years. Its best recorded rank was #284 in 2004, and it currently sits at #603. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

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

⭐ Famous People Named Iman

Iman Khatib-Yassin — Iman Khatib-Yassin is an Israeli Arab social worker and politician who currently serves as a member of the Knesset for the United Arab List.
Iman (model) — Iman Mohamed Abdulmajid, known mononymously as Iman, is a Somali-American model and actress.
Chanel Iman — Chanel Iman Robinson is an American model who has worked as a Victoria's Secret Angel.

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