Jibreel
Jibreel is a Muslim boy name of Hebrew via Arabic origin, meaning “The Angel Gabriel”.
| Meaning | The Angel Gabriel |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew via Arabic |
| Written as | جبريل |
| Pronunciation | jib-REEL |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Jibreel
Jibreel is a spelling of Jibrīl, the name Arabic gives to the Angel Gabriel. Muslims know him as the messenger who carried the Quran's revelation down to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Most scholars derive the name from Hebrew and explain it as 'God is my strength'. He is also called al-Rūḥ al-Amīn, meaning the Trustworthy Spirit. Calling a son after him is a long-standing and widespread custom.
Is Jibreel a Muslim name?
Because he is the archangel of revelation, his name carries great honour for Muslims. The Quran mentions him directly: 'Say: whoever is an enemy to Gabriel, it is he who has brought it down upon your heart by permission of Allah' (Quran 2:97).
How popular is Jibreel?
Found all over the Muslim world, this spelling is becoming especially popular with English-speaking Muslim families.
Gifts with the name Jibreel
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Jibreel
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jibreel mean?
Jibreel means 'The Angel Gabriel'. It is of Hebrew via Arabic origin.
Is Jibreel a Muslim name?
Because he is the archangel of revelation, his name carries great honour for Muslims. The Quran mentions him directly: 'Say: whoever is an enemy to Gabriel, it is he who has brought it down upon your heart by permission of Allah' (Quran 2:97).
How do you pronounce Jibreel?
Jibreel is pronounced jib-REEL.
Is Jibreel a boy or girl name?
Jibreel is usually a boy name.