Djibril

Meaning & origin

Djibril is a West African and Francophone variant of Jibril, the Arabic form of Gabriel. First recorded in the United States in 1994, the name has seen modest but steady use, with a peak rank of 6,446 in 2013. As of 2025, it remains a distinctive choice, given to roughly 1 in 131,390 boys. Its trajectory has been stable over the past decade, and it has not been concentrated in any particular state. The name carries strong religious connotations, particularly within Islam, where Jibril is revered as the angel of revelation. For families seeking a name with deep spiritual roots and a cross-cultural appeal, Djibril offers a meaningful alternative to the more common Gabriel.

Djibril is the Arabic form of Gabriel, derived from the Hebrew name Gabriyel meaning 'God is my strength.' In Islamic tradition, Jibril (often spelled Djibril in Francophone contexts) is the archangel who revealed the Quran to the Prophet Muhammad. The name has been used across the Muslim world for centuries and was introduced to France and other French-speaking regions through immigration from North and West Africa.