ib-RAH-heem
/ɪbˈrɑːhɪm/4.8(445)
What Does Ibrahim Mean?
Ibrahim means "Father of many nations".
Ibrahim is the Arabic form of Abraham, meaning "father of many nations" or "father of a multitude." It is the name of one of the greatest prophets in Islam, Christianity, and Judaism.
Etymology and Historical Origins
From Hebrew אַבְרָהָם (Avraham), interpreted as "father of many" from the roots av (father) + raham (multitude). The Arabic Ibrahim comes directly from this Hebrew name.
How to Pronounce Ibrahim
ib-RAH-heem
Syllables: Ib-ra-him
IPA: /ɪbˈrɑːhɪm/
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Ibrahim in Other Scripts
Arabic
إبراهيم
Urdu
ابراہیم
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What does Ibrahim mean?
Ibrahim means "father of many nations." It is the Arabic form of Abraham, one of the most revered prophets in Islam.
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