Jabril Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jabril is an Arabic name meaning 'God is my strength', derived from the name of the angel Gabriel. It has evolved through various linguistic forms and is associated with strength and nobility. Its biblical relevance connects it to significant religious figures in both Christianity and Islam.
The name Jabril is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Jabril has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jabril' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2427th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2509th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2834th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jabril' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jabril"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈbrɪl/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Jabril is derived from the Arabic name جبرائيل (Jibrāʾīl), which means 'God is my strength'. It is the Arabic equivalent of the Hebrew name Gabriel.
Meaning
God is my strength
Language Evolution
Jibrāʾīl (Arabic), Gabriel (Hebrew), Gabrihel (Old French)
Biblical Background
Jabril is equivalent to the angel Gabriel, who is a significant figure in both the Bible and the Quran.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Islamic world due to its association with the angel Gabriel, especially during the early Islamic period.
Variants & Derivatives
Gabriel, Gavriel, Gabriele
Modern Popularity & Image
Jabril is often perceived as a strong and noble name and is used in various cultures, particularly among Muslim communities.
Famous People
Jabril Peppers (American football player), Jabril Muhammad (activist and scholar)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jabril"
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 "Jabril"
"Jabril" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2427th of 16616 | 419 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2509th of 24088 | 710 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2834th of 23106 | 518 |
Regional Popularity of "Jabril" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
52.13% 1921st/3685 |
38.91% 1741st/4475 |
50.17% 2606th/5194 |
45.07% 2847th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
28.39% 1466th/5164 |
47.61% 3482nd/7313 |
49.12% 3666th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
63.55% 2532nd/3984 |
45.67% 2049th/4487 |
49.91% 3405th/6822 |
69.60% 4368th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jabril" 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 "Jabril"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jabril" 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.