Brahim
Brahim is a Muslim boy name meaning “Prophet Abraham; father of nations”.
| Meaning | Prophet Abraham; father of nations |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Maghreb form of Arabic Ibrahim |
| Arabic spelling | ابراهيم |
| Pronunciation | brah-HEEM |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Brahim
Brahim is the everyday North African form of Ibrāhīm, the Prophet Abraham, the friend of God (Khalīl Allāh). Maghrebi Arabic and Berber drop the initial i-, so Ibrahim becomes Brahim. Ibrāhīm is central in Islam as the builder of the Kaaba with his son Ismāʿīl.
Is Brahim a Muslim name?
Yes. Brahim is the Maghrebi form of Ibrahim, the name of the Prophet Abraham.
Is Brahim in the Quran?
'And when Ibrāhīm was raising the foundations of the House with Ismāʿīl' (Quran 2:127).
Where is the name Brahim used?
Very common in Morocco and Algeria.
Gifts with the name Brahim
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Brahim
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Brahim mean?
Brahim means 'Prophet Abraham; father of nations'. It comes from Maghreb form of Arabic Ibrahim.
Is Brahim a Muslim name?
Yes. Brahim is the Maghrebi form of Ibrahim, the name of the Prophet Abraham.
How do you write Brahim in Arabic?
Brahim is written ابراهيم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Brahim?
Brahim is pronounced brah-HEEM.
Is Brahim mentioned in the Quran?
'And when Ibrāhīm was raising the foundations of the House with Ismāʿīl' (Quran 2:127).