Ibn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The term 'Ibn' originates from Arabic, meaning 'son of.' It has evolved from Classical Arabic to Modern Standard Arabic. It is commonly used in names to denote lineage and carries cultural significance. There is no biblical relevance associated with 'Ibn.' Historically, it has been used for centuries in genealogical contexts, and it remains a significant part of identity in modern Arabic-speaking societies. Notable figures with this name include scholars and travelers from the Islamic Golden Age.
The name Ibn is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ibn has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Ibn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2844th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2936th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4667th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7631st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Ibn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ibn"
Pronunciation
/ɪbˈn/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The term 'Ibn' translates to 'son of' in Arabic and is used as a patronymic prefix to indicate lineage.
Meaning
son of
Language Evolution
Ibn (Arabic), Ibn (Classical Arabic), Ibn (Modern Standard Arabic)
Historical Usage
The use of 'Ibn' has been prevalent in Arabic-speaking cultures for centuries, often appearing in historical texts and genealogies.
Variants & Derivatives
Ibn, Ibn al-, Abu
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary usage, 'Ibn' is often associated with cultural heritage and identity, particularly in Arab and Islamic contexts.
Famous People
Ibn Khaldun, Ibn Sina (Avicenna), Ibn Battuta
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ibn"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Ibn"
"Ibn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2844th of 10718 | 198 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2936th of 16616 | 320 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4667th of 24088 | 288 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7631st of 23106 | 121 |
Regional Popularity of "Ibn" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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36.15% 1259th/3483 |
- |
53.07% 2146th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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20.96% 938th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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27.79% 1435th/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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59.22% 2657th/4487 |
- | - |
Regional Popularity of "Ibn" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ibn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ibn" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.