Amani
Amani is a unisex name of Swahili origin meaning “Peace”, pronounced ah-MAH-nee. It ranked #678 in the United States in 2025, given to 419 babies, and peaked at #553 in 2010. Common nicknames: Ami, Mani.
How popular is Amani in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Amani mean, and where does it come from?
Amani means peace in Swahili, where it is a everyday word as much as a name, and it carries a second meaning in Arabic, where amani is the plural of umniyah — wishes, aspirations, the things one hopes for. Both readings are current: East African families use it for its plainest sense, Arabic-speaking families for the other, and American parents have adopted it since the 1990s for both boys and girls, with girls now slightly ahead. Its balance of softness and weight, and the fact that it needs no explanation in any of the languages it belongs to, is most of its appeal.
How is Amani used around the world?
Amani is used in 1 languages worldwide.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Amani?
Famous People Named Amani
- Amani Toomer — American football wide receiver, the New York Giants' all-time leading receiver
- Amani Abeid Karume — sixth President of Zanzibar
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Amani mean?
Amani is a unisex name of Swahili origin meaning "Peace." Amani means peace in Swahili, where it is a everyday word as much as a name, and it carries a second meaning in Arabic, where amani is the plural of umniyah — wishes, aspirations, the things one hopes for. Both readings are current: East African families use it for its plainest sense, Arabic-speaking families for the other, and American parents have adopted it since the 1990s for both boys and girls, with girls now slightly ahead.
How do you pronounce Amani?
Amani is pronounced ah-MAH-nee. Common variations include Amany, Ammani, Imani.
Is Amani a unisex name?
Yes, Amani is traditionally a unisex name. Popular nicknames include Ami, Mani.