Holding steady, #2,691 for girls today.
Popularity of Eman since 1972
Babies named Eman per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 75 | 5 |
| 1980s | 247 | 21 |
| 1990s | 417 | 49 |
| 2000s | 645 | 51 |
| 2010s | 511 | 94 |
| 2020s | 343 | 115 |
Meaning & origin
Eman carries a straightforward meaning of 'faith', taken directly from the Arabic word īmān. It has been in consistent use in the United States since it first appeared on the Social Security rolls in 1972, reaching its peak popularity in 2001. As of the latest data from 2025, the name ranks 2691st, with approximately 1 in 25,114 girls receiving it, reflecting a stable trajectory. The name is most frequently found in states with significant Arab American populations, including Minnesota, Virginia, and New York. Though simple in spelling, Eman's religious and cultural resonance gives it depth, making it a meaningful choice for families valuing faith and heritage.
Eman is a direct transliteration of the Arabic word إيمان (īmān), meaning 'faith' or 'belief'. It is a common name in the Muslim world, often given to girls as a reflection of religious devotion. The name has been used in various forms across Arabic-speaking and Islamic cultures for centuries.
Where Eman is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Eman” around the world
Where Eman lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Ireland
3
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Eman
Names that share Eman's style, for a brother or sister.
