Holding steady.
Popularity of Braheem since 1976
Babies named Braheem per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 30 |
| 1980s | 107 |
| 1990s | 59 |
| 2000s | 34 |
| 2010s | 24 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Braheem first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1976, making it a relatively modern coinage compared to the ancient root name Ibrahim. Its peak usage came in 1979, after which it declined sharply. As of 2025, the name has not ranked in the top 1000 names, and it remains a niche choice favored by families seeking a distinctive spelling of a classic Arabic name. The name has never been concentrated in any particular U.S. state. Its trajectory shows a stable but extremely low level of usage, reflecting its status as an uncommon variant.
Braheem is a variant of Ibrahim, the Arabic form of Abraham, derived from the Semitic root 'r-h-m' (mercy). In Islamic tradition, Ibrahim is a prophet and patriarch. The name has been used among Muslim families worldwide, though Braheem as a specific spelling is a modern American innovation from the 1970s.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Braheem
Names that share Braheem's style, for a brother or sister.
