Ibraheem first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Ibraheem has been for the last 46 years (from 1979 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Ibraheem

A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "father of many".

Popularity of Ibraheem by gender

Based on the last 46 years of data, Ibraheem is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 52 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Ibraheem.

YearMale CountFemale Count
2024520
2023440
2022570
2021580
2020570
2019490
2018380
2017540
2016680
2015760
2014600
2013670
2012570
2011570
2010710
2009470
2008700
2007540
2006430
2005470
2004510
2003380
2002330
2001290
2000320
1999260
1998290
1997190
1996240
1995160
1994100
1993170
199290
1991140
1990120
1989130
198890
198780
198660
198580
198450
198250
197960

The history of the first name Ibraheem

The name Ibraheem is derived from the Arabic name Ibrahim, which is a Quranic name tracing its roots to the ancient Hebrew name Avraham. It is believed to be derived from the Hebrew words "av" meaning father and "hamon" meaning multitude, forming the phrase "father of many".

The name Ibraheem has its origins in ancient Mesopotamia, where it was borne by the biblical patriarch Abraham, who is regarded as a prophet in Islam as well. He is revered as the progenitor of the Abrahamic religions - Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The Arabic form Ibrahim is mentioned numerous times in the Quran, often in reference to Prophet Abraham.

One of the earliest recorded individuals bearing the name Ibraheem is Ibrahim ibn Adham, who lived during the 8th century CE. He was a Muslim saint and ascetic who renounced his wealth and status as a prince to live a life of simplicity and devotion to God. His life and teachings had a profound impact on Sufism, a mystical tradition within Islam.

Another notable figure is Ibraheem Al-Fazari, a 9th century Arab mathematician and astronomer from Baghdad. He made significant contributions to the fields of mathematics and astronomy, and his works influenced the development of these disciplines in the Islamic world.

In the 12th century, Ibraheem ibn Yahya al-Naqqash was a renowned calligrapher and artist from Baghdad. He is considered one of the greatest calligraphers in Islamic history and is renowned for his mastery of the Naskh and Thuluth scripts.

During the 13th century, Ibraheem ibn Muhammad al-Fazari was a notable Arab philosopher and logician. He was a prominent figure in the intellectual circles of Aleppo and Damascus, and his works had a significant impact on the development of Arabic logic and philosophy.

In the 19th century, Ibraheem Al-Arees was a prominent Palestinian poet and scholar from Jerusalem. He was known for his poetic contributions to the Arabic literary canon and his efforts in preserving and promoting Palestinian culture and heritage.

These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have borne the name Ibraheem, showcasing its rich heritage and significance across various fields and cultures.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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