Ibrahim Name Meaning, Origin and Popularity
Ibrahim is predominantly used for boys. The statistics below show this exact spelling in official U.S. records.
How Do You Spell Ibrahim?
Ibrahim is spelled I-B-R-A-H-I-M. The name has 7 letters.
Ibrahim at a Glance
- Usage
- Predominantly used for boys
- Meaning
- Ibrahim means “father of many” or “father of a multitude.”
- Origin
- Ibrahim is a form of the name Abraham, commonly associated with Semitic languages and cultures.
- Pronunciation
- ih-BRAH-heem · 3 syllables
Ibrahim Popularity in 2025
Rank#351
Recorded Births939
- Boys usage rose 8 places to #351 and recorded 16 more births compared with 2024.
Figures reflect this exact spelling in the latest available U.S. Social Security Administration records. See the complete year-by-year trend.
What Does the Name Ibrahim Mean?
Ibrahim means “father of many” or “father of a multitude.”
Origin: Ibrahim is a form of the name Abraham, commonly associated with Semitic languages and cultures.
How Do You Pronounce Ibrahim?
Pronunciationih-BRAH-heem
Syllables3
What Is the History of the Name Ibrahim?
- History
- The name Ibrahim is linked to religious texts where it is the name of a significant prophetic figure in Islam, Christianity, and Judaism. It has been used in various cultures influenced by these religions.
Ibrahim Popularity by Year
The table below shows the most recent available records for this exact spelling from 2002 through 2025. Use the full history page to explore every recorded year.
| Year | Usage Category | Recorded Births | National Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Boys | 939 | #351 |
| 2024 | Boys | 923 | #359 |
| 2023 | Boys | 775 | #412 |
| 2022 | Boys | 766 | #419 |
| 2021 | Boys | 664 | #456 |
| 2020 | Boys | 673 | #441 |
| 2019 | Boys | 820 | #382 |
| 2018 | Boys | 791 | #402 |
| 2017 | Boys | 815 | #390 |
| 2016 | Boys | 816 | #393 |
| 2015 | Boys | 699 | #436 |
| 2014 | Boys | 649 | #456 |
| 2013 | Boys | 631 | #451 |
| 2012 | Boys | 549 | #488 |
| 2011 | Boys | 575 | #467 |
| 2010 | Boys | 532 | #488 |
| 2009 | Boys | 465 | #568 |
| 2008 | Boys | 428 | #589 |
| 2007 | Boys | 435 | #587 |
| 2006 | Boys | 417 | #588 |
| 2005 | Boys | 385 | #587 |
| 2004 | Boys | 379 | #587 |
| 2003 | Boys | 341 | #612 |
| 2002 | Boys | 284 | #657 |
When Was Ibrahim Most Popular?
Peak years are based on the highest recorded birth totals for this exact spelling and usage category. They are ordered by birth count, not chronologically.
2025 · Boys
939 recorded births
National rank #351
2024 · Boys
923 recorded births
National rank #359
2019 · Boys
820 recorded births
National rank #382
2016 · Boys
816 recorded births
National rank #393
Where Ibrahim Ranked Highest in 2025
State rankings are calculated separately for girls and boys within each state. The SSA omits state-level names recorded fewer than five times, so low visible counts can still represent a relatively high state rank.
Top States for Boys
| State | Rank | Recorded Births |
|---|---|---|
| NY | #136 | 141 |
| NJ | #182 | 55 |
| MI | #185 | 56 |
| CT | #197 | 17 |
| IL | #198 | 59 |
| MD | #200 | 29 |
| MN | #208 | 31 |
| VA | #246 | 35 |