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ImanIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Faith, Belief

Pronunciation: ahy-MAHN

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Name
Iman
Meaning
Faith, Belief
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
ahy-MAHN
Lucky Number
9
9
Lucky Number
Monday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Iman mean?

Iman is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Faith". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: ahy-MAHN. Lucky number: 9. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

ایمان

اللہ اور اس کے رسول پر یقین و تصدیق

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

إيمان

الإيمان بالله والرسول والكتاب والحساب والقدر

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

ahy-MAHN

IPA

/ˈɪmɑːn/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Iman is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Faith. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

9

Lucky Day

Monday

Lucky Colors

YellowGold

Lucky Stone

Amber

Life Path Number

2

Numerology meaning: Peaceful, Devoted, Supportive

Personality

Personality Traits

KindJustPeacefulBraveV = VirtuousC = CourageousL = LoyalD = Dutiful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

In Islamic tradition, Iman signifies firm belief and unwavering trust in Allah, the prophets, and the Day of Judgment.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

In the Islamic context, Iman is sometimes used as a title to refer to individuals perceived as having a strong and unwavering faith. It is also the name of an essential concept in Islamic theology, emphasizing belief in God, the Angels, the Prophets, the Holy Scriptures, and the Day of Judgment.
The name Iman holds significant spiritual importance in Islamic traditions, as it represents the strengthening of one's faith and is believed to be a divine gift. It is an essential component of salvation in Islam, as it enables believers to follow the guidance of God and lead a virtuous life. The name Iman serves as a constant reminder of one's commitment to their faith and the importance of maintaining it throughout their life.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Iman bint Hussein was the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad and Khadija bint Khuwaylid. The name Iman carried significant weight in that era.

7th century

Historical records show that She is also known as Umm Ayman or Umm Iman. The name Iman carried significant weight in that era.

7th century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Iman Abdulmajid (Supermodel)Iman Vellani (Actress)

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Iman

Faith and belief in Allah and His Messenger

🇵🇰Urdu

ایمان

اللہ اور اس کے رسول پر یقین و تصدیق

🇸🇦Arabic

إيمان

الإيمان بالله والرسول والكتاب والحساب والقدر

🇮🇳Hindi

ईमान

भगवान और उसके दूत पर विश्वास

🇦🇫Pashto

ایمان

الله او د هغه د رسول پر باور

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