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UK girl's name

Eiman

A feminine Arabic name meaning "faith" or "belief".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2020. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Eiman is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Eiman popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2020 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4535, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2012, with 7 births.

This profile covers 94 England and Wales registrations across 22 recorded years from 1996 to 2020. 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 57% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 93 living people in the UK are called Eiman. 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 2021 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Eiman ranked #4535 for girls in England and Wales in 2020, with 4 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2012, when 7 girls were registered as Eiman.
  • About 93 living people in the UK are estimated to have Eiman as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4535

2020

Births in 2020

4

Latest year

Peak year

2012

7 births

Estimated living

93

2026

Meaning

What does Eiman mean?

The name Eiman has its roots in the Arabic language, originating from the word "Iman" which means "faith" or "belief." It is a name that carries deep religious and cultural significance in the Islamic tradition. The name can be traced back to the 7th century, when Islam emerged in the Arabian Peninsula.

In the Quran, the holy book of Islam, the word "Iman" is used to describe the strong and unwavering faith that Muslims should have in Allah and the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad. The name Eiman, therefore, symbolizes the concept of faith and belief, reminding its bearer of the importance of holding steadfast to their religious convictions.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Eiman can be found in historical accounts dating back to the 8th century. Eiman ibn Bashir was a renowned Islamic scholar and jurist who lived during the Abbasid Caliphate. He was known for his extensive knowledge of Islamic jurisprudence and his contributions to the development of Islamic law.

Throughout history, the name Eiman has been borne by several notable figures. One such individual was Eiman al-Nabulsi, a 17th-century Sufi scholar and poet from Damascus, Syria. His works, which encompassed both religious and mystical themes, have had a lasting impact on Islamic literature and spirituality.

Another prominent bearer of the name was Eiman al-Wakil, an Egyptian feminist and women's rights activist who lived from 1935 to 2011. She played a pivotal role in advocating for gender equality and women's empowerment in the Arab world, challenging traditional gender roles and fighting for legal reforms.

In more recent times, Eiman Medhat, an Egyptian actress and singer born in 1978, has gained recognition for her versatile performances in numerous films and television shows. Her talent and contributions to the entertainment industry have earned her a significant following across the Arab world.

The name Eiman has also been borne by Eiman Bah, a Yemeni human rights activist and advocate for women's rights. Born in 1975, she has been a vocal proponent of gender equality and has worked tirelessly to raise awareness about issues affecting women in Yemen and the broader Middle East region.

As a name deeply rooted in Islamic culture and tradition, Eiman carries a profound meaning and historical significance. It serves as a reminder of the importance of faith and belief, while also being associated with notable individuals who have made invaluable contributions to various fields throughout the centuries.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Eiman over time

The chart below shows babies named Eiman registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2020. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Eiman, the clearest high point is 2012. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2020, compared with 7 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Eiman
02457199620082020

Decades

Eiman by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Eiman 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 #4535 4 1
2010s #4460 46 10
2000s #3714 34 8
1990s #3623 10 3

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FAQ

Eiman: questions and answers

How popular is the name Eiman in the UK right now?

In 2020, Eiman was ranked #4535 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.

When was Eiman most popular?

The peak year on record was 2012, with 7 babies registered as Eiman in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Eiman?

A feminine Arabic name meaning "faith" or "belief".

How many people are called Eiman in the UK?

A total of 94 babies have been registered as Eiman across the 22 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.