imee

Imee is a given name that is commonly used as a standalone name and as a diminutive of Imelda. It is most frequently encountered in the Philippines, where it has become established in Filipino naming practices, particularly among Ilocano communities.

Origin and usage: Imee is often treated as a shortened form of Imelda, a name with Germanic roots that has been widely adopted in Spanish- and Filipino-influenced cultures. In the Philippines, Imee has come to be used independently as well, especially within families that favor shorter, familial forms of longer names.

Notable people: The best-known bearer of the name is Imee Marcos (born 1955), a Filipino politician and public figure who has held positions including governor of Ilocos Norte and senator. Her prominence has contributed to the recognition of Imee as a contemporary Filipino given name. Other individuals named Imee are less widely documented in public sources.

Variants and related names: Imelda is the broader name from which Imee is often derived, and related forms or diminutives may appear in different cultures or languages. See also Imelda for broader context on the name and its usages.