Ibrahim Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ee-bra-heem /iːˈbrɑːhɪm/
Origin: Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning: Arabic: father of many; Hebrew: high father
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ibrahim is of Arabic origin, derived from the root 'b-r-h-m,' which is associated with the meaning 'father of a multitude.' It is the Arabic form of the Hebrew name Avraham (אברהם), which also translates to 'father of many' or 'father of a multitude.' The name Avraham appears in the Hebrew Bible, where Abraham is a pivotal figure, recognized as the patriarch of the Israelites, Ishmaelites, Edomites, and Midianites. The transition from Hebrew to Arabic occurred as the Islamic faith emerged in the 7th century, with Ibrahim being recognized as a prophet in Islam, paralleling his significance in Judaism and Christianity.
Historically, Ibrahim is mentioned in various religious texts, including the Quran, where he is revered as a model of faith and obedience to God. His story is foundational in the Abrahamic traditions, with significant narratives surrounding his covenant with God, the near-sacrifice of his son, and his role in the establishment of monotheism.
The name has been borne by numerous notable figures throughout history, including Islamic scholars and leaders, reinforcing its importance in both religious and cultural contexts. Culturally, Ibrahim symbolizes faith, sacrifice, and devotion across different traditions.
His legacy is celebrated during religious observances such as Eid al-Adha, which commemorates the willingness of Ibrahim to sacrifice his son in obedience to God. The name has various diminutive forms and related names across cultures, such as Ibrahim's variants in different languages, including Abraham in English and Avram in Hebrew.
This enduring legacy reflects the name's deep roots in religious history and its continued resonance in cultural practices.
Famous people named Ibrahim
In this section, you will find notable people named Ibrahim. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Ibrahim who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Ibrahim who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Ibrahim Ali is a footballer best known for playing with the national team of Egypt.
Ibrahim Maalouf is a musician and composer best known for his work in jazz and world music, including albums like Diagnostic and Red & Black Light.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ibrahim was first seen in the United States in 1954.
Ibrahim has ranked as high as #607 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Illinois, and Michigan.
In the past 5 years the name Ibrahim has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Ibrahim is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Ibrahim was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Ibrahim (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 129 | |
| TX | 97 | |
| CA | 88 | |
| IL | 65 | |
| OH | 44 | |
| PA | 44 | |
| VA | 40 | |
| FL | 38 | |
| MI | 37 | |
| WA | 30 | |
| MN | 29 | |
| GA | 27 | |
| MD | 22 | |
| NC | 20 | |
| MA | 20 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Ibrahim.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 922 |
| 2023 | 775 |
| 2022 | 766 |
| 2021 | 664 |
| 2020 | 673 |
| 2019 | 820 |
| 2018 | 791 |
| 2017 | 815 |
| 2016 | 816 |
| 2015 | 699 |
| 2014 | 649 |
| 2013 | 631 |
| 2012 | 549 |
| 2011 | 575 |
| 2010 | 531 |
| 2009 | 465 |
| 2008 | 428 |
| 2007 | 435 |
| 2006 | 417 |
| 2005 | 385 |
| 2004 | 379 |
| 2003 | 341 |
| 2002 | 284 |
| 2001 | 269 |
| 2000 | 255 |
| 1999 | 229 |
| 1998 | 177 |
| 1997 | 190 |
| 1996 | 205 |
| 1995 | 157 |
| 1994 | 152 |
| 1993 | 157 |
| 1992 | 111 |
| 1991 | 120 |
| 1990 | 140 |
| 1989 | 89 |
| 1988 | 88 |
| 1987 | 61 |
| 1986 | 72 |
| 1985 | 67 |
| 1984 | 52 |
| 1983 | 61 |
| 1982 | 64 |
| 1981 | 62 |
| 1980 | 53 |
| 1979 | 61 |
| 1978 | 40 |
| 1977 | 29 |
| 1976 | 27 |
| 1975 | 41 |
| 1974 | 24 |
| 1973 | 27 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1954 | 5 |