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Abrahim

uh-BRAH-heem · Father of many or father of a multitude.

2025 rank (boys)
#4,396
Babies named in 2025
23
Peak popularity
2017
2025 frequency
1 in 74,264 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady, #4,396 for boys today.

Popularity of Abrahim since 1979

Babies named Abrahim per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2007, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Abrahim's real moment was 2017.

91726198020002020Most births 2007Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1970s6
1980s65
1990s138
2000s195
2010s208
2020s93

Meaning & origin

Abrahim is a transliteration of Ibrahim, the Arabic form of Abraham, a name deeply rooted in Islamic tradition. First recorded in the United States in 1979, it has maintained a stable presence, reaching its peak rank of 2017. In 2025, it ranked 4396th, with a frequency of 1 in 74,264 boys. The name is predominantly used within Muslim communities, reflecting its cultural and religious significance. While not among the most common names, Abrahim offers a distinct alternative to the more widespread Ibrahim, appealing to families seeking a name with a clear heritage and strong historical roots.

Abrahim is a variant transliteration of Ibrahim, the Arabic form of the Hebrew name Abraham. It is borne in the Quran as the name of the patriarch Abraham, considered a prophet in Islam. The name has been used across the Arabic-speaking world for centuries.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Abe, Ibo, Brahim

Variants: Ibrahim, Ibraheem, Ebrahim

Sibling names for Abrahim

Names that share Abrahim's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Amina, Fatima, Zahra, Layla, Mariam

Brothers: Yusuf, Ismail, Musa, Omar, Hassan

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Questions parents ask

What does Abrahim mean?
Abrahim means father of many or father of a multitude, reflecting the biblical and Quranic patriarch Abraham.
How popular is Abrahim today?
As of 2025, Abrahim ranked 4396th in the United States, with approximately 1 in 74,264 boys given the name that year.
Is Abrahim a boy's name?
Yes, Abrahim is almost exclusively used as a boy's name.