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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Traditionally glossed 'father of many/multitudes'
- Origin
- Arabic (Quranic form of Abraham)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- ib-rah-HEEM
Ibrahim is the Arabic, Quranic form of Abraham, and it's traditionally glossed 'father of many' or 'multitudes.' It's a classic boy's name with a worldly, timeless feel, pronounced ib-rah-HEEM.
Meaning & Origin of Ibrahim
Meaning: Traditionally glossed 'father of many/multitudes'.
Origin: Arabic (Quranic form of Abraham).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Ibrahim
ib-rah-HEEMIPA /ˌɪbrəˈhiːm/
Popularity of Ibrahim
Ibrahim ranks #359 for boys in the U.S. as of 2024, with 922 babies given the name that year. That is also its highest rank in the Social Security data, which runs from 1954 to 2024, so it has never been more popular than it is right now.
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FAQ
What does the name Ibrahim mean?
Traditionally glossed ‘father of many/multitudes’. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Ibrahim?
Ibrahim is pronounced ib-rah-HEEM (IPA: /ˌɪbrəˈhiːm/).
Is Ibrahim a popular name right now?
Ibrahim is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #359 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1954–2024.)
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