Ibrahimu
Ibrahimu is a Muslim boy name meaning “Prophet Abraham”.
| Meaning | Prophet Abraham |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Swahili form of Arabic Ibrahim |
| Arabic spelling | إبراهيم |
| Pronunciation | ib-rah-HEE-moo |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Ibrahimu
Ibrahimu is the Swahili form of Ibrahim, with the final vowel that Swahili adds to words ending in a consonant (as in Musa, Yusufu, Daudi). It is used by Muslim families on the East African coast, in Tanzania, Kenya and Zanzibar, and by some Hausa speakers. It honours the Prophet Abraham, the Friend of God.
Is Ibrahimu a Muslim name?
Yes. Ibrahimu is a Muslim name, the Swahili form of Ibrahim, the Prophet Abraham.
Where is the name Ibrahimu used?
Used mainly in Tanzania, Kenya and Zanzibar.
Gifts with the name Ibrahimu
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Spellings and variants of Ibrahimu
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ibrahimu mean?
Ibrahimu means 'Prophet Abraham'. It comes from Swahili form of Arabic Ibrahim.
Is Ibrahimu a Muslim name?
Yes. Ibrahimu is a Muslim name, the Swahili form of Ibrahim, the Prophet Abraham.
How do you write Ibrahimu in Arabic?
Ibrahimu is written إبراهيم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ibrahimu?
Ibrahimu is pronounced ib-rah-HEE-moo.