How Many People Are Named Ibrahim?

Complete statistics for the name Ibrahim: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Ibrahim
Rare
Arabic

Ibrahim means 'God will increase' and is a very rare name in the US, with only 1 in 19,749 Americans having it. That's just 16,709 people today, making it truly unique. The name peaked in 2024 with 922 births, showing it's gaining popularity among younger folks.

~25,717
Living in US
1 in 12,888
Americans
2024
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
God will increase
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 6
Personality Traits
Caring Compassionate
6
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 6 are known for their nurturing nature and ability to bring harmony to their surroundings.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

1,937,820
Worldwide Bearers
#38
Global Rank
🇪🇹 Ethiopia
175,697
🇮🇶 Iraq
137,489
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
136,278
🇸🇴 Somalia
127,212
🇲🇱 Mali
116,200
🇬🇭 Ghana
113,383
🇹🇿 Tanzania
104,239
🇮🇩 Indonesia
102,178
🇯🇴 Jordan
97,769
🇱🇾 Libya
94,929

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
16,709 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 15
14,930
Would be under 30 (88%)
2,010
Would be 30–60 (12%)
26
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 16,966 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2024

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
98
Classic Feel
13
Modern Appeal
100
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Ibrahim Through the Generations

Ibrahim has seen a surge in popularity, especially among younger generations. With 14,930 under-30s carrying the name, it's clear that Ibrahim is a modern choice. The average age of those named Ibrahim is 15, indicating that the name is still on the rise, with many parents choosing it for their children.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 2,737
California 1,747
Texas 1,343
Illinois 1,086
New Jersey 867
Michigan 853
Ohio 699
Virginia 687
Pennsylvania 605
Minnesota 603

⭐ Famous People Named Ibrahim

Ibrahim is the Arabic name of Abraham, the common Hebrew patriarch of the Abrahamic religions, including Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. It is a common male first name and surname among Muslims and Arab Christians, a derivative of the name Abraham or Avram in Judaism and Christianity in the Middle East. It likely indicates a Jewish origin when it is used as a surname.…

Full list on Wikipedia →

✨ Similar Names to Ibrahim

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Ibrahim's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Ibrahim

How Many People Have the Name Ibrahim?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 25,717 people in the United States currently share the name Ibrahim. That works out to roughly 1 in every 12,888 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.

Is Ibrahim a Common or Rare Name?

Ibrahim is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Ibrahim Mean?

Ibrahim means "God will increase" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Ibrahim in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Ibrahim Most Popular?

The name Ibrahim reached peak popularity in 2024, with 922 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Ibrahim?

Approximately 25,717 people named Ibrahim live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 25,717. That works out to roughly 1 in 12,888 Americans.

Is Ibrahim a rare name?

Ibrahim is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 12,888 Americans has this name.

What does the name Ibrahim mean?

Ibrahim means "God will increase" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Ibrahim more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Ibrahim are male and 0% are female.

When was Ibrahim most popular?

Ibrahim peaked in 2024 with 922 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US25,717
All-Time Births25,717
1 in X1 in 12,888
RarityRare
GenderMale
Avg Age15
Peak Year2024
World Rank#38
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.