جبريل

Jibriil

boyArabic (from Hebrew), Somali spelling

Jibriil is a Muslim boy name meaning “Angel Jibrīl (Gabriel)”.

MeaningAngel Jibrīl (Gabriel)
GenderBoy
OriginArabic (from Hebrew), Somali spelling
Arabic spellingجبريل
Pronunciationjib-REEL
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Jibriil

Jibriil is the Somali spelling of Jibrīl, the archangel Gabriel, with ii for the long vowel. Jibrīl brought the revelation of the Quran to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and is called al-Rūḥ al-Amīn, the Trustworthy Spirit. The name is often explained as 'strength of God'.

Is Jibriil a Muslim name?

Yes. Jibriil is the Somali form of Jibril, the angel who brought the Quran to the Prophet ﷺ.

Is Jibriil in the Quran?

'Whoever is an enemy to Jibrīl — it is he who brought it down upon your heart' (Quran 2:97).

Where is the name Jibriil used?

Used among Somalis and across the Muslim world.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Jibriil mean?

Jibriil means 'Angel Jibrīl (Gabriel)'. It comes from Arabic (from Hebrew), Somali spelling.

Is Jibriil a Muslim name?

Yes. Jibriil is the Somali form of Jibril, the angel who brought the Quran to the Prophet ﷺ.

How do you write Jibriil in Arabic?

Jibriil is written جبريل in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Jibriil?

Jibriil is pronounced jib-REEL.

Is Jibriil mentioned in the Quran?

'Whoever is an enemy to Jibrīl — it is he who brought it down upon your heart' (Quran 2:97).

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