MallowbyNames

Imajean

IM-uh-jeen · Derived from the combination of Ima and Jean, likely interpreted as 'Ima Jean' meaning 'I am Jean' or simply a blend of the two names.

Peak popularity
1934
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Imajean since 1922

Babies named Imajean per year in U.S. Social Security records.

591419602000Most births 1934Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1920s50
1930s77
1940s28
1950s5
1960s0
1970s0
1980s0
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Imajean is a rare American compound name that first appeared in Social Security records in 1922. It never reached the top 1,000 names, but its peak year was 1934, reflecting its greatest relative use during the early 20th century. The name's trajectory has been stable, with no recorded top states where it was especially common. Its rarity and compound structure resemble other creative blends of the era, such as Imogene and Loretta. Imajean remains a distinctive choice with a nostalgic, mid-century feel.

Imajean is a modern American name combining Ima and Jean. Ima is a feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Emma, while Jean is the Scottish feminine form of John, meaning 'God is gracious'. Imajean likely arose in the early 20th century as a compound name, characteristic of the trend of blending popular names to create unique forms.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Immy, Jean, Jeanie

Variants: Imajane

Sibling names for Imajean

Names that share Imajean's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Imajean mean?
Imajean is a combination of the names Ima and Jean. Ima is of uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Emma, and Jean means 'God is gracious' in Scottish. Together, the name may be interpreted as 'I am Jean' or simply as a blend.
How popular is the name Imajean?
Imajean has never ranked among the top 1,000 names in the United States. It first appeared in records in 1922 and peaked in use in 1934, but remains a rare name.
Is Imajean a boy or girl name?
Imajean is almost exclusively used as a feminine name.