Emaan
92% girls · 8% boys
About Emaan
Emaan is a feminine name with Arabic origins, meaning 'faith' or 'belief.' It derives from the Arabic word 'iman,' a central concept in Islam representing faith in Allah. This spiritual name has gained popularity among Muslim families worldwide while also appealing to parents seeking names with meaningful qualities. Emaan has a lyrical, flowing quality with its soft consonants and balanced vowel sounds. While traditionally more common in Arabic-speaking countries and Muslim communities, the name has seen increased usage in multicultural Western societies in recent decades. Its simple pronunciation, meaningful significance, and cross-cultural appeal have contributed to its growing popularity as a modern yet culturally rooted choice.
Emaan is also given to boys, where it ranks #9991 in the US.
Pronounced ih-MAHN.
As of October 2026, Emaan ranked #2371 for girls and #9991 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #5096 for boys in 2024.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #2,720 | 64 | 35.8 |
| 2015 | #2,416 | 76 | 42.6 |
| 2016 | #2,811 | 61 | 34.4 |
| 2017 | #2,940 | 56 | 32.4 |
| 2018 | #3,122 | 52 | 30.6 |
| 2019 | #2,867 | 58 | 34.6 |
| 2020 | #3,296 | 47 | 29.1 |
| 2021 | #2,464 | 72 | 43.9 |
| 2022 | #2,534 | 70 | 42.7 |
| 2023 | #2,523 | 70 | 43.6 |
| 2024 | #2,560 | 69 | 42.6 |
| 2025 | #2,371 | 76 | 47.3 |