Ebrahim

“Father of many” — Associated with the patriarch A

Persian origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#4922US 2023

20Births / yr

↓Falling

490All-time births

📅 Since 198100

How to pronounce Ebrahim

EBR·uh·EEM

/ˈɛbr.əh.ˈiːm/ · stress on EBR · 3 syllables

“Father of many”

Associated with the patriarch A · Persian origin

What does Ebrahim mean and where does it come from?

Ebrahim is a variant of the name Ibrahim, which is widely used in Arabic and Persian cultures. The Hebrew counterpart of the name is אברהם (Avraham), meaning 'father of many'. It has deep historical and religious significance in Islam, Christianity, and Judaism, being associated with the patriarch A

Cultural significance

Ebrahim has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Persian-speaking communities, where it reflects values of father of many.

Peak popularity

Reached #3189 in 2016 — currently #4922 in the US.

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How else can you spell Ebrahim?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Ebraheem

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Ebrahim?

Ebrahim works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Ebrahim Grace

How popular is Ebrahim right now?

Falling — down 176 spots — currently #4922 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#4922 · Top 3.6%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#4922	20	▼ down 176 · -5% births
2022	#4746	21	▼ down 813 · -22% births
2021	#3933	27	▲ up 645 · +29% births
2020	#4578	21	▼ down 228 · -9% births
2015	#4350	23	▲ up 2506 · +92% births
2010	#6856	12	▼ down 2304 · -37% births
2005	#4552	19	▲ up 4063 · +171% births
2000	#8615	7	▼ down 3237 · -36% births
1995	#5378	11	▲ up 1543 · +57% births
1990	#6921	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Ebrahim

Best Year2021Rank #3933

Peak Count27

Average Rank#5485

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1990 - 202310 years

The story of Ebrahim

Ebrahim is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1981. With 490 total births recorded, Ebrahim remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #6921 in 1990 to #4922 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Ebrahim in 2016:

Noah Liam William Mason James

Ebrahim by decade

Ebrahim peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	40
1990s	71
2000s	131
2010s ★	227
2020s	21

💎Ebrahim has only 490 total recorded births since 1981 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Ebrahim?

BOSNIAN

Ibro

DUTCH

BraamBram

ENGLISH

AbeBram

FINNISH

Aapo

How is Ebrahim written in other languages?

ابراهیم

Persian), إبراهيم (Arabic

Common questions about the name Ebrahim

What does the name Ebrahim mean?

Ebrahim means "Father of many" — a name rooted in Persian tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Ebrahim?

Ebrahim is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Ebrahim?

Ebrahim originates from Persian tradition. Persian names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Ebrahim?

Ebrahim is a three-syllable name pronounced EH1 B R AH0 HH IY1 M. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Ebrahim?

Ebrahim pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Persian heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.