Ebrahim
Ebrahim is a Muslim boy name of Arabic (Hebrew roots), Persian spelling origin, meaning “Abraham, father of many”.
| Meaning | Abraham, father of many |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (Hebrew roots), Persian spelling |
| Written as | ابراهیم |
| Pronunciation | eb-rah-HEEM |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iran, Afghanistan, South Africa, Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Ebrahim
Ebrahim is the spelling of Ibrāhīm used in Iran and South Africa. Ibrāhīm is the Prophet Abraham, honoured in Islam as Khalīl Allāh, the friend of God, and as father of the prophets. Tradition explains his name as 'father of many'. The opening E follows the way the name is said in Persian and among the Cape Malay community of South Africa.
Is Ebrahim a Muslim name?
Ebrahim is simply another spelling of Ibrahim, among the greatest prophets in Islam, whom the Quran praises: 'And mention in the Book Abraham. Indeed, he was a man of truth and a prophet' (Quran 19:41).
How popular is Ebrahim?
This spelling is common in Iran, Afghanistan and South Africa and among Gujarati Muslims.
Gifts with the name Ebrahim
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Spellings and variants of Ebrahim
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ebrahim mean?
Ebrahim means 'Abraham, father of many'. It is of Arabic (Hebrew roots), Persian spelling origin.
Is Ebrahim a Muslim name?
Ebrahim is simply another spelling of Ibrahim, among the greatest prophets in Islam, whom the Quran praises: 'And mention in the Book Abraham. Indeed, he was a man of truth and a prophet' (Quran 19:41).
How do you pronounce Ebrahim?
Ebrahim is pronounced eb-rah-HEEM.
Is Ebrahim a boy or girl name?
Ebrahim is usually a boy name.