Imon
An Arabic name meaning "faith" or "religious devotion".
Name Census estimates that about 69 living Americans carry the first name Imon. It appears on both sides of the gender split, with 79.5% of registrations being male. The average person named Imon today is around 19 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Imon births was 2013 (10 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Imon. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Imon. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
69
~ 1 in 4,967,454 Americans
Peak year
2013
10 babies that year
Average age
19
years old
2023 SSA rank
#10,947
Tracked since 1922
Gender
Gender distribution for Imon
Imon is one of the more evenly split names in the SSA data. Of the 78 total registrations, 62 (79.5%) were male and 16 (20.5%) were female.
Imon as a male name
- Ranked #12,945 in 2023
- 5 male births in 2023
- Peak: 2013 (10 births)
Imon as a female name
- Ranked #10,947 in 1995
- 7 female births in 1995
- Peak: 1994 (9 births)
Popularity
Imon: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Imon from the 1920s through to the 2020s, spanning 6 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 21 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Imon 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 Imon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Imon
The name Imon is believed to have its origins in the Arabic language, although its exact derivation is uncertain. Some scholars suggest that it may be derived from the Arabic word "iman," which means faith or belief, while others trace it back to the Hebrew name "Amon," meaning skilled or talented.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Imon can be found in ancient Islamic texts and manuscripts from the 7th and 8th centuries. During this time, it was not uncommon for parents to bestow names with religious or spiritual meanings upon their children, reflecting the cultural and religious values of the era.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Imon. One such figure was Imon ibn Abi al-Rabi'ah, a renowned Arab poet who lived in the 8th century CE. His works were widely celebrated during his lifetime and have remained influential in the Arabic literary tradition.
Another notable bearer of the name was Imon al-Ghazali, a prominent Islamic scholar and philosopher who lived from 1058 to 1111 CE. Al-Ghazali's writings, particularly his magnum opus "The Revival of the Religious Sciences," had a profound impact on Islamic thought and continue to be studied and revered to this day.
In the realm of religion, Imon al-Salihin was a highly respected Sufi mystic and spiritual leader who lived in the 12th century CE. His teachings and practices influenced the development of Sufism, a mystical tradition within Islam, and he is remembered for his profound insights and devotion to spiritual enlightenment.
Moving forward in time, Imon ibn Battuta was a renowned Moroccan explorer and traveler who lived from 1304 to 1369 CE. His extensive travels across the Muslim world, spanning over 30 years and covering an estimated 73,000 miles, are documented in his famous travelogue, "The Rihla," which provides invaluable insights into the cultures, customs, and societies of the 14th century.
Lastly, Imon Khan was a celebrated Indian musician and composer who lived from 1910 to 1972. He was a master of the sarod, a stringed instrument, and his innovative compositions and performances left an indelible mark on the tradition of Hindustani classical music.
While the name Imon may have originated in the Arabic language, it has transcended cultural and geographical boundaries, being embraced by individuals from diverse backgrounds throughout history. Its enduring presence serves as a testament to the rich tapestry of human history and the universal appeal of names that carry profound meaning and resonance.
People
Imon + last name combinations
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Related
Other names starting with I
Other first names starting with I with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Imon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Imon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 69 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Imon 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 4,967,454 US residents.
Is Imon a common name?
We classify Imon as "Very Rare". It ranks above 59.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 78 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Imon most popular?
The single biggest year for Imon was 2013, when 10 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Imon is about 19 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Imon a male name?
Yes, 79.5% of people registered as Imon in the SSA data are male. 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.
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.