Imani
Pronunciation: i-MAH-nee (key)
Names related to Imani: Iman
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I found this on a list of top 20 names for African American girls, but the name is actually unisex.
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Imani is the feminine form of Iman meaning belief, faith.
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- #384 in United States
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Commentary on the name Imani:
This strong and elegant Swahili name, which means faith, is shaping up to be an African-American classic. It's a favorite of Ivy League parents and was the name of a pioneering black fashion doll.
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