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Pokimane

Pokimane is the online handle of Imane Anys, a Moroccan-Canadian streamer, YouTuber, and internet personality.

Updated September 11, 20261 min readCited sources

Pokimane is the online handle of Imane Anys, a Moroccan-Canadian streamer, YouTuber, and internet personality known for her Twitch livestreams and co-founding the creator collective OfflineTV.

What it is

Pokimane is the online persona of Imane Anys, a Moroccan-Canadian content creator who rose to prominence through livestreaming on Twitch. Her content includes gaming (notably Valorant, Fortnite, and League of Legends) and commentary, and she also maintains a strong YouTube presence. As of June 2026, she was the most-followed female streamer on Twitch.

Why it matters

Pokimane represents a major figure in the online creator economy, particularly as a co-founder of OfflineTV, a social entertainment group that has influenced streaming culture. Her success highlights the growing visibility of Canadian creators in global digital media, and her Moroccan-Canadian background adds a multicultural dimension to the streaming landscape.

Key details

Born 14 May 1996, Imane Anys is based in California. She is known for her association with games like Valorant, Fortnite, and League of Legends, and for co-founding OfflineTV. Her online presence spans Twitch and YouTube, and she is widely recognized as one of the best-known female streamers online.

In short

  • Pokimane is the online name of Imane Anys, a Moroccan-Canadian streamer and YouTuber.
  • She is the most-followed female streamer on Twitch as of June 2026.
  • She co-founded OfflineTV, a creator collective.
  • Her content features games like Valorant, Fortnite, and League of Legends.
Canadian angle

Pokimane is described as Moroccan-Canadian, and several sources identify her as part of Canada’s online creator scene.

Quick questions

What is Pokimane's real name?
Her real name is Imane Anys.
What is Pokimane known for?
She is known for livestreaming on Twitch, creating YouTube content, and co-founding OfflineTV.
What nationality is Pokimane?
She is described in sources as Moroccan-Canadian.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pokimane
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, nationality, occupation, platform presence, OfflineTV co-founding, follower count, and California-based residence.
  2. Wikipedia (French) — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pokimane
    Supports: Moroccan-Canadian identity and Twitch streaming career.
  3. Wikipedia (Spanish) — https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pokimane
    Supports: Moroccan-Canadian identity, Twitch presence, gaming content, and OfflineTV co-founding.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8698913/bio/
    Supports: Imane Anys as Pokimane and association with Twitch and OfflineTV.