Purpose and faith
A modern name likely created by blending the Swahili name Nia, meaning 'purpose', and Imani, meaning 'faith'. Both components are celebrated as principles of Kwanzaa, giving the name a strong cultural and spiritual resonance.
Less common today
Niamani isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,206 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).