Ibrahim
Ibrahim is a boys' name of Arabic origin meaning “father of multitudes, exalted father.” It ranked #351 in the United States in 2025.
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how do you pronounce Ibrahim?
ib-rah-HEEM
where does the name Ibrahim come from?
The Arabic form of Abraham, the patriarch shared by Judaism, Christianity and Islam; it is a common given name and surname among both Muslims and Arab Christians.
Ibrahim is the Arabic form of Abraham, revered as the patriarch of monotheism shared by Islam, Christianity, and Judaism. In Islam, Ibrahim is called 'Khalilullah' (Friend of God) and is associated with the building of the Kaaba. The Hajj pilgrimage commemorates his willingness to sacrifice his son.
how popular is this name?
Ibrahim has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 35 years since 1990, and fell outside it for 1. It peaked at #351 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #351 |
| 2024 | #359 |
| 2023 | #412 |
| 2022 | #419 |
| 2021 | #456 |
| 2020 | #441 |
| 2019 | #382 |
| 2018 | #402 |
| 2017 | #390 |
| 2016 | #393 |
| 2010 | #488 |
| 2000 | #692 |
| 1990 | #864 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Ibrahim fell outside the top 1,000.
who are famous people named Ibrahim?
- Prophet Ibrahim/Abraham (patriarch of the Abrahamic faiths)
- Ibrahim Maalouf (French-Lebanese jazz trumpeter)
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quick answers about Ibrahim
What does the name Ibrahim mean?
Ibrahim means “father of multitudes, exalted father”.
What is the origin of the name Ibrahim?
Ibrahim comes from the Arabic naming tradition.
How popular is the name Ibrahim?
Ibrahim ranked #351 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data. Its best year was 2025, at #351, and it has spent 35 years in the top 1,000 since 1990.
Is Ibrahim a boy or girl name?
Ibrahim is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Ibrahim?
Ibrahim is pronounced ib-rah-HEEM, with 3 syllables.
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