Emaan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Emaan is an Arabic name meaning faith or belief, derived from the word 'Iman'. It has evolved through historical forms and is associated with strong religious values. The name is popular in Muslim cultures, gaining traction in the late 20th century. It is perceived as a strong and meaningful name, with variants like Iman and Eman. There is no biblical background associated with this name, but it carries significant cultural relevance.
The name Emaan is most popular in Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Emaan has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Emaan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16764th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8378th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 22013th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4297th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2741st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Emaan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Emaan"
Pronunciation
/ɪˈmɑːn/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Emaan is derived from the Arabic word 'Iman', which means faith or belief. It is often associated with strong religious connotations in Islamic culture.
Meaning
faith, belief
Language Evolution
Iman, Emaan
Historical Usage
Emaan gained popularity in various Muslim communities during the late 20th century as a name reflecting spiritual significance.
Variants & Derivatives
Iman, Eman, Aman
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Emaan is perceived positively as a name that embodies strength of character and devotion. It is often chosen for its spiritual significance.
Famous People
Emaan Khan, a notable figure in contemporary art., Emaan Ali, a recognized activist for educational rights.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Emaan"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Emaan"
"Emaan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 16764th of 24088 | 22 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 8378th of 23106 | 103 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 22013th of 27321 | 12 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4297th of 35406 | 508 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2741st of 30306 | 755 |
Regional Popularity of "Emaan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Emaan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
93.37% 4278th/4582 |
50.14% 2589th/5164 |
50.83% 3717th/7313 |
51.80% 3866th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
61.27% 2441st/3984 |
37.75% 1694th/4487 |
38.98% 2659th/6822 |
37.06% 2326th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Emaan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Emaan" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.