Ibrahim
Arabic · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Ibrahim
Ibrahim is the Arabic form of Abraham, traditionally interpreted as "father of many" or "father of multitudes." He is revered as a patriarch and prophet in Islam, Christianity, and Judaism.
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Etymology
male given name (إبراهيم)
Ibrahim currently ranks #351 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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