Brahima
Brahima is a Muslim boy name meaning “Form of Ibrahim (Abraham), a Prophet”.
| Meaning | Form of Ibrahim (Abraham), a Prophet |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Mande (West Africa) form of Arabic Ibrahim |
| Arabic spelling | إبراهيم |
| Pronunciation | brah-HEE-mah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Brahima
Brahima is the Bambara and Dioula form of Ibrāhīm, the Prophet Abraham, called the Friend of God. The opening I- is dropped and a final -a added. In Mali and Côte d'Ivoire the name is extremely common, and the short form Brahim is shared with North Africa.
Is Brahima a Muslim name?
Yes. Brahima is a Muslim name, the West African form of the Prophet Ibrāhīm (Abraham).
Is Brahima in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'And Allah took Ibrahim as an intimate friend' (Quran 4:125).
Where is the name Brahima used?
Very common in Mali, Côte d'Ivoire, Burkina Faso and Guinea.
Gifts with the name Brahima
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Brahima mean?
Brahima means 'Form of Ibrahim (Abraham), a Prophet'. It comes from Mande (West Africa) form of Arabic Ibrahim.
Is Brahima a Muslim name?
Yes. Brahima is a Muslim name, the West African form of the Prophet Ibrāhīm (Abraham).
How do you write Brahima in Arabic?
Brahima is written إبراهيم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Brahima?
Brahima is pronounced brah-HEE-mah.
Is Brahima mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'And Allah took Ibrahim as an intimate friend' (Quran 4:125).