Rising since 1996, #4,707 for boys today.
Popularity of Jibran since 1990
Babies named Jibran per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 44 |
| 2000s | 138 |
| 2010s | 139 |
| 2020s | 86 |
Meaning & origin
Jibran is an Arabic name with a soothing meaning, 'comforter,' drawn from the root j-b-r. In the United States, it has been recorded since 1990 and remains quite rare; as of 2025, it ranks 4707th, with an estimated 1 in 81,337 baby boys receiving the name. Its popularity has been rising since 1996, and 2025 marked its highest ranking to date. The name is most frequently given in California, reflecting the state's large Arabic-speaking and Middle Eastern communities. While still uncommon, Jibran carries a distinct cultural resonance, partly due to the poet Kahlil Gibran, whose alternate spelling is widely recognized. For parents seeking a meaningful name with strong roots and a gentle sound, Jibran offers a substantive choice.
Jibran is an Arabic masculine name derived from the root ج ب ر (j-b-r), which conveys the idea of mending, restoring, or comforting. It is related to the name Jabir, meaning 'comforter' or 'restorer.' The name is well known in the Arab world and among Arabic-speaking communities, and it gained wider recognition through the Lebanese-American poet and philosopher Kahlil Gibran (whose name is a variant spelling of Jibran).
Where Jibran is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jib, Jay
Sibling names for Jibran
Names that share Jibran's style, for a brother or sister.
