Imanol is of Basque origin, meaning "faith" or "belief". It is a unique and distinct name, predominantly used in the Basque Country but also found in other parts of Spain and beyond. The name Imanol has been popularized by several notable figures, including Imanol Harinordoquy, a French rugby player born to Basque parents, further spreading its recognition across Europe.
The name Imanol saw its peak popularity between the years of 2006 and 2008, with 188 births in 2006 and 107 births in 2007. However, there has been a significant decline since then, with only 12 births recorded in 2023. The total number of births named Imanol over the years is 1222.