إبراهيم

Ebou

boyGambian short form of Ebrima (Ibrāhīm)

Ebou is a Muslim boy name meaning “Short for Ibrahim”.

MeaningShort for Ibrahim
GenderBoy
OriginGambian short form of Ebrima (Ibrāhīm)
Arabic spellingإبراهيم
PronunciationEH-boo
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Ebou

Ebou is a Gambian short form of Ebrima, the local form of Ibrāhīm (Abraham). It is widely used as a full given name as well as a nickname. Through Ebrima it carries the honour of Prophet Ibrāhīm, the father of the prophets Ismāʿīl and Isḥāq.

Is Ebou a Muslim name?

Yes. Ebou is used by Muslim families in the Gambia as a short form of Ebrima, that is, Ibrāhīm.

Where is the name Ebou used?

Common in the Gambia and among Gambians abroad.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Ebou mean?

Ebou means 'Short for Ibrahim'. It comes from Gambian short form of Ebrima (Ibrāhīm).

Is Ebou a Muslim name?

Yes. Ebou is used by Muslim families in the Gambia as a short form of Ebrima, that is, Ibrāhīm.

How do you write Ebou in Arabic?

Ebou is written إبراهيم in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Ebou?

Ebou is pronounced EH-boo.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.