Cimani
A feminine name meaning "flower" or "bloom" in Turkish.
Name Census estimates that about 180 living Americans carry the first name Cimani. It is a predominantly female name (97.2% of registrations). The average person named Cimani today is around 2 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Cimani births was 2024 (114 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Cimani. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
180
~ 1 in 1,904,191 Americans
Peak year
2024
114 babies that year
Average age
2
years old
2024 SSA rank
#1,838
Tracked since 2023
Gender
Gender distribution for Cimani
Cimani leans heavily female at 97.2% of total registrations, but 5 boys have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Cimani as a male name
- Ranked #12,641 in 2024
- 5 male births in 2024
- Peak: 2024 (5 births)
Cimani as a female name
- Ranked #1,838 in 2024
- 109 female births in 2024
- Peak: 2024 (109 births)
Popularity
Cimani: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Cimani by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Cimani during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 5 | 176 | 181 |
Geography
Where Cimanis live
The SSA's state-level files cover 9 states and territories. Texas, Florida, Georgia recorded the most babies named Cimani, while Virginia, New York, Michigan recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 9 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Cimani
The name Cimani is believed to have originated from the ancient Etruscan civilization, which flourished in what is now known as central Italy between the 8th and 3rd centuries BC. The Etruscans were a highly advanced culture, known for their art, architecture, and language, which had a significant influence on the later Roman civilization.
The name Cimani is thought to be derived from the Etruscan word "cimani," which means "to honor" or "to respect." This suggests that the name was initially given to individuals who were held in high esteem or who had achieved great accomplishments within their community.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Cimani can be found in an Etruscan inscription dating back to the 6th century BC, discovered in the ancient city of Veii. The inscription mentions a man named "Cimani Velthur," which translates to "Cimani the Warrior," suggesting that he was a respected figure in the military or a skilled warrior.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Cimani. One of the most famous was Cimani Tarchunies (c. 550 BC - 500 BC), an Etruscan ruler and military leader who is credited with expanding the territory of the Etruscan civilization and establishing trade routes with neighboring regions.
Another significant figure was Cimani Velathri (c. 300 BC - 250 BC), an Etruscan philosopher and scholar who is believed to have made significant contributions to the study of astronomy and mathematics. His writings, although now lost, were reportedly highly influential in the ancient world.
In the field of art, Cimani Arunthi (c. 100 BC - 50 BC) was a renowned Etruscan sculptor and architect who is credited with designing and constructing several prominent temples and public buildings in the city of Volsinii.
Moving forward in time, Cimani Severinus (c. 480 AD - 540 AD) was a Christian monk and theologian who played a crucial role in the spread of Christianity in the region of modern-day Italy during the early Middle Ages.
Lastly, Cimani Balistrari (c. 1320 - 1380) was an Italian architect and engineer who is best known for his innovative designs and contributions to the construction of several iconic structures, including the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa.
While the name Cimani may not be as common today, its rich historical roots and association with influential figures from the ancient Etruscan civilization and beyond serve as a testament to its enduring legacy.
People
Cimani + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Cimani as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with C
Other first names starting with C with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Cimani: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Cimani?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 180 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Cimani going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,904,191 US residents.
Is Cimani a common name?
We classify Cimani as "Very Rare". It ranks above 72.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 181 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Cimani most popular?
The single biggest year for Cimani was 2024, when 114 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Cimani is about 2 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Cimani in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Cimani a female name?
Yes, 97.2% of people registered as Cimani in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Cimani still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Cimani in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Cimani can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Cimani?
For a quick modern take, check how many people share the name Cimani on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.