Imran
Imran is a Muslim boy name meaning “Father of Maryam; family of Imran”.
| Meaning | Father of Maryam; family of Imran |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (Quranic) |
| Arabic spelling | عمران |
| Pronunciation | im-RAAN |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Imran
Imran (ʿImrān) is the name the Quran gives to the father of Maryam, mother of the Prophet ʿIsa, and the third chapter, Al ʿImran, is named after his family. Some link it to ʿumrān (prosperity, populated land), but it is generally regarded as the Arabic counterpart of the Hebrew Amram. It is especially popular in South Asia.
Is Imran a Muslim name?
Yes. Imran is a Muslim name from the Quran, where the third chapter is named after the family of Imran.
Is Imran in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'Indeed, God chose Adam, Noah, the family of Abraham and the family of Imran over the worlds' (Quran 3:33).
Where is the name Imran used?
Very common in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh, and used throughout the Muslim world.
Gifts with the name Imran
- Imran name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Imran
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Imran mean?
Imran means 'Father of Maryam; family of Imran'. It comes from Arabic (Quranic).
Is Imran a Muslim name?
Yes. Imran is a Muslim name from the Quran, where the third chapter is named after the family of Imran.
How do you write Imran in Arabic?
Imran is written عمران in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Imran?
Imran is pronounced im-RAAN.
Is Imran mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'Indeed, God chose Adam, Noah, the family of Abraham and the family of Imran over the worlds' (Quran 3:33).