Imam
boy nameImam entered the US charts in 2001, peaked at #8339 in 2001, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2001–2025
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rank today
#8339
peak (2001)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #9940 |
| 2010s | #12246 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Imam are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Imam alive today was born around 2005, making them about 20 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Imam in 2025?
- Imam is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Imam most popular?
- Imam peaked in 2001, reaching #8339 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Imam with classmates?
- Imam will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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