UK girl's name
Eimaan
An Arabic name meaning faith, belief, or conviction.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Eimaan is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Eimaan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4709, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2010, with 22 births.
This profile covers 168 England and Wales registrations across 21 recorded years from 2002 to 2023. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 18% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 167 living people in the UK are called Eimaan. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Eimaan ranked #4709 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2010, when 22 girls were registered as Eimaan.
- • About 167 living people in the UK are estimated to have Eimaan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4709
2023
Births in 2023
4
Latest year
Peak year
2010
22 births
Estimated living
167
2026
Meaning
What does Eimaan mean?
The name Eimaan has its roots in the Arabic language and Islamic culture, originating from the word "iman" which means "faith" or "belief." It is a name that carries deep religious and spiritual significance within the Islamic tradition.
The earliest recorded usage of the name Eimaan can be traced back to the 7th century, during the time of the Prophet Muhammad and the emergence of Islam. The Quran, the holy book of Islam, frequently emphasizes the importance of faith and belief, which may have contributed to the popularity of this name among Muslims.
One of the earliest known historical figures to bear the name Eimaan was Eimaan ibn Khair, a renowned Arab poet and scholar who lived in the 8th century. His poetic works were widely celebrated for their eloquence and depth of thought.
In the 12th century, Eimaan al-Qurtubi, a renowned Islamic scholar and jurist, gained prominence for his contributions to the field of Islamic jurisprudence. His writings and teachings had a lasting impact on the interpretation of Islamic law.
During the Ottoman Empire, a notable figure named Eimaan Pasha served as a high-ranking military commander in the 16th century. He played a crucial role in several military campaigns and was renowned for his strategic prowess on the battlefield.
In the realm of literature, Eimaan al-Baghdadi was a celebrated Arabic poet who lived in the 9th century. Her poetic works, which explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human experience, were highly regarded and influential during her time.
Another prominent historical figure bearing the name Eimaan was Eimaan ibn Ismail, a renowned Islamic scholar and theologian from the 10th century. His works on Islamic theology and philosophy were widely studied and discussed by scholars of his era.
Throughout history, the name Eimaan has been associated with individuals who have made significant contributions to various fields, including literature, scholarship, and military leadership. Its deep-rooted connection to the Islamic faith and the emphasis on belief and spirituality have made it a revered and meaningful name within Muslim communities worldwide.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Eimaan over time
The chart below shows babies named Eimaan registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2002 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Eimaan, the clearest high point is 2010. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2023, compared with 22 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Eimaan by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Eimaan was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #3968 | 25 | 4 |
| 2010s | #2959 | 93 | 10 |
| 2000s | #3078 | 50 | 7 |
Related
Names similar to Eimaan
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- Ella 69,101
- Ellie 63,522
- Evie 52,944
- Emma 50,755
- Eleanor 40,576
- Elizabeth 39,225
- Erin 34,816
- Eva 29,738
- Evelyn 26,911
- Elsie 23,671
- Emilia 22,167
FAQ
Eimaan: questions and answers
How popular is the name Eimaan in the UK right now?
In 2023, Eimaan was ranked #4709 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Eimaan most popular?
The peak year on record was 2010, with 22 babies registered as Eimaan in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Eimaan?
An Arabic name meaning faith, belief, or conviction.
How many people are called Eimaan in the UK?
A total of 168 babies have been registered as Eimaan across the 21 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.