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Ibrahim
BoyArabic, Hebrew· “father of multitudes”
- Meaning
- father of multitudes
- Origin
- Arabic, Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- ihb-rah-HEEM
- Syllables
- 3
- US rank 2025
- #351
- US babies 2025
- 939
- Best rank
- #351 (2025)
- Peak year
- 2025
Meaning and origin of Ibrahim
Ibrahim is an Arabic and Hebrew name that is usually said to mean “father of multitudes”.
Ibrahim is the Arabic form of Abraham, the patriarch honored in Judaism, Christianity and Islam. In Genesis, Abraham's name is explained as father of many nations, though scholars see this as a traditional interpretation of the Hebrew. In the Quran, Ibrahim is a revered prophet and a model of faith, and the name has been beloved across the Muslim world for centuries. It is also common in Turkey, Africa and South Asia. Ibrahim has a warm, dignified sound and a strong sense of heritage. Ibby and Ibo are affectionate nicknames.
Popularity over time
Ibrahim first appears in US Social Security records in 1954. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 35 different years, starting in 1990. It is at its all-time high right now: 2025 brought both its best national rank, #351, and its highest count, 939 babies. Use has grown 34% in ten years.
Its national rank moved from #1,277 in 1980, #693 in 2000, #488 in 2010, and #351 in 2025. Of the 17,907 US boys named Ibrahim since records began, 38% were born in the 2010s, its biggest decade. The 2020s come next, with 4,740 babies.
Other boys' names that peaked around the same time include Sterling, Santino, Wells, Rhys, and Kaizen.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Ibrahim ranked highest in New York, New Jersey, and Michigan.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| New York | #137 | 141 |
| New Jersey | #182 | 55 |
| Michigan | #187 | 56 |
| Illinois | #200 | 59 |
| Maryland | #203 | 29 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for boys.
Ibrahim is usually pronounced ihb-rah-HEEM, with three syllables. It has seven letters, starts with I and ends in “-im”.
Middle names for Ibrahim
A few middle names that flow with Ibrahim: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Ibrahim
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ibrahim mean?
Ibrahim is an Arabic and Hebrew name that is usually said to mean “father of multitudes”.
What is the origin of the name Ibrahim?
Ibrahim has Arabic and Hebrew roots. Ibrahim is the Arabic form of Abraham, the patriarch honored in Judaism, Christianity and Islam.
Is Ibrahim a popular name?
Yes. Ibrahim ranked #351 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Ibrahim a boy or girl name?
Ibrahim is mainly a boy's name. In the US it is used almost only for boys.
How do you pronounce Ibrahim?
Ibrahim is usually pronounced ihb-rah-HEEM. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings