Ibrahim
Boy name · 468 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Ibrahim: 468 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 40 births in 2025.
Ibrahim is the Arabic form of Abraham, a name rooted in the Hebrew *Avraham*, traditionally interpreted as "father of many" or "father of a multitude." It carries profound religious significance as the name of the revered patriarch in Judaism, Christianity, and especially Islam, where Ibrahim is a major prophet. Famous bearers include the former Swedish footballer Zlatan Ibrahimović, known for his audacious talent, and Ibrahim Pasha, the 19th-century Ottoman general and ruler of Egypt. The name also appears in place names such as the Egyptian city of Port Ibrahim.
Boy 32 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 202540 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #12340 babies
- Total births
- 468since 1989
- 5-year trend
- ▲ 20%vs prior 5y