Imara Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Swahili and Arabic
Gender Distribution:
0% Masculine / 100% Feminine
Meaning:
Imara means 'firm' or 'strong-willed'.
Meaning of the Name Imara
Imara is a Swahili name that means 'firm' or 'strong-willed'. It is a unisex name that is commonly used in East Africa. The name Imara also has Arabic origins and means 'virtuous' or 'dignified'. In both Swahili and Arabic, Imara conveys a sense of strength and resilience.
Popularity of the Name Imara
The popularity for the name Imara peaked in popularity in the year 2021 with 39 births, which ranked number 6,855 out of 28,927 unique names for that year. Imara had the most female births in 2021 with 39, which ranked number 3,787 out of 17,628 female names for that year. The number of births for the name Imara has increased sharply over the last ten years from 11 births to 37 births, an increase of 236.36%. Among females, Imara has increased sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 11 births to 37 births, an increase of 236.36%.
Nationwide Popularity of Imara
- 20 Year Trend of Imara: 60.87%
- 10 Year Trend of Imara: 236.36%
- 10 Year Female Trend of Imara: 236.36%
Popularity of Imara by State
We have no state ranking data available for the name Imara. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Imara in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Imara is a great pick!
2024 Popularity Projections for Imara
- Total Births of Imara: 42 (12.90%)
- Female Births of Imara: 42 (12.90%)
Given the upward trend of Imara over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a 12.90% increase in total births, for a total of 42 births in 2024. For Females, births for Imara have been increasing over the past 10 years, and we expect roughly 42 female births in 2024, an increase of 12.90%.