Iman
Iman is a Muslim girl name meaning “Faith, belief”.
| Meaning | Faith, belief |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | إيمان |
| Pronunciation | ee-MAHN |
| Arabic root | أ م ن (ʾ-m-n) — safety, trust, faith |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Iman
Iman is the Arabic īmān, faith and belief in God. It is a very widespread girl's name in every Muslim region, made known in the West also by the Somali-born model Iman. In Iran and some Arab countries it is occasionally used for boys. The root is the same as amān (safety) and amīn (trustworthy).
Is Iman a Muslim name?
Yes. Iman is a Muslim name meaning faith, one of the most important words in Islam.
Is Iman in the Quran?
The word appears in the verse 'and faith has not yet entered your hearts' (Quran 49:14).
Where is the name Iman used?
Used across the Muslim world for girls, from Morocco to Indonesia.
Gifts with the name Iman
- Iman name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Iman baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Iman
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Iman mean?
Iman means 'Faith, belief'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Iman a Muslim name?
Yes. Iman is a Muslim name meaning faith, one of the most important words in Islam.
How do you write Iman in Arabic?
Iman is written إيمان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Iman?
Iman is pronounced ee-MAHN.
Is Iman mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in the verse 'and faith has not yet entered your hearts' (Quran 49:14).