Origin and Meaning of Ibraheem

Father of many / Many nations

Origin: Arabic - Ibraheem is the Arabic version of the Hebrew name Abraham, which comes from the root 'ab' meaning 'father' and 'hamon' meaning 'multitude' or 'many'.

• Ibraheem is a significant name in Islamic tradition, as Ibrahim (the Arabic form) is considered one of the prophets and a key figure in both Islam and Judaism.
• The name Ibraheem is widely used in various cultures, especially in Muslim-majority countries, but can also be found in communities with a Christian background due to the shared heritage.
• Notable bearers of the name include Ibraheem, the prophet, and Ibraheem Kargbo, a prominent Sierra Leonean footballer.
• In recent years, the popularity of the name Ibraheem has been steadily rising in many Western countries as multiculturalism increases.
• Variations of the name include Abraham (English and Hebrew), Ibrahim (Turkish and Urdu), and Abraão (Portuguese).