Ibrahima Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationee-bra-HEE-ma / iːbrəˈhiːməArabic; African
Meaning
Arabic: 'father of a nation'; African: variant of Ibrahim
Historical & Cultural Background
Ibrahima is derived from the Arabic name Ibrahim, which is significant in Islamic tradition as the name of a prophet. In African cultures, particularly among the Mandinka and other West African ethnic groups, Ibrahima is a common name that reflects the influence of Islam and Arabic culture in the region.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Ibrahim
- Ibraheem
International Variants
- Ibrahim (Arabic)
- Abraham (Hebrew)
Famous people named Ibrahima
Ibrahima Konaté — professional footballer.
Ibrahima Traoré — professional footballer.
Fictional characters named Ibrahima
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ibrahima was first seen in the United States in 1992. Ibrahima has ranked as high as #1237 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in New York, Ohio, Georgia, and Maryland. In the past 5 years the name Ibrahima has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ibrahima (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 16 | |
| OH | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 23 |
| 1998 | 22 |
| 1999 | 21 |
| 2000 | 30 |
| 2001 | 31 |
| 2002 | 53 |
| 2003 | 50 |
| 2004 | 32 |
| 2005 | 35 |
| 2006 | 46 |
| 2007 | 33 |
| 2008 | 43 |
| 2009 | 41 |
| 2010 | 38 |
| 2011 | 32 |
| 2012 | 52 |
| 2013 | 36 |
| 2014 | 31 |
| 2015 | 37 |
| 2016 | 39 |
| 2017 | 43 |
| 2018 | 28 |
| 2019 | 25 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2021 | 33 |
| 2022 | 43 |
| 2023 | 33 |
| 2024 | 44 |