Jibril Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJIH-bril / dʒɪˈbrɪlArabic; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: 'Gabriel'; Hebrew: 'God is my strength'
Historical & Cultural Background
Jibril is the Arabic form of Gabriel, a significant figure in Islamic tradition as the angel who delivered revelations to the Prophet Muhammad. In Christianity and Judaism, Gabriel is also recognized as an archangel. The name has been used in various cultures and languages, reflecting its religious significance. It is commonly associated with strength and divine communication.
Trend Summary
The name Jibril has seen limited use in the U.S., with occasional spikes in popularity, particularly in Muslim communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jibril
- Gabriel
International Variants
- Gabriel (Spanish)
- Gavriel (Hebrew)
- Gabriele (Italian)
Famous people named Jibril
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jibril was first seen in the United States in 1974. Jibril has ranked as high as #1309 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, New York, Minnesota, Texas, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Jibril has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jibril (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 8 | |
| OH | 6 | |
| MI | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 21 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 20 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1997 | 24 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 22 |
| 2000 | 29 |
| 2001 | 22 |
| 2002 | 34 |
| 2003 | 34 |
| 2004 | 31 |
| 2005 | 43 |
| 2006 | 39 |
| 2007 | 51 |
| 2008 | 38 |
| 2009 | 69 |
| 2010 | 46 |
| 2011 | 51 |
| 2012 | 43 |
| 2013 | 45 |
| 2014 | 57 |
| 2015 | 45 |
| 2016 | 61 |
| 2017 | 35 |
| 2018 | 34 |
| 2019 | 41 |
| 2020 | 44 |
| 2021 | 50 |
| 2022 | 47 |
| 2023 | 61 |
| 2024 | 57 |