Jibril Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jibril is an Arabic name meaning 'God is my strength,' derived from the Hebrew name Gabriel. It has evolved from biblical roots and is recognized as an archangel in religious texts. The name has significant cultural relevance in Islamic tradition and is associated with traits of strength and divine communication. It has gained popularity in Muslim societies and has variants in various languages.
The name Jibril is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest 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, Jibril 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, 'Jibril' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9331st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4538th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2833rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2655th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jibril' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jibril"
Pronunciation
/dʒɪˈbril/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Jibril is derived from the Arabic word جبرائيل (Jibrā'īl), which means 'God is my strength.' It is the Arabic form of the Hebrew name Gabriel.
Meaning
God is my strength
Language Evolution
Gabriel (Hebrew), Jibrā'īl (Arabic)
Biblical Background
In the Bible, Gabriel is one of the archangels and is often seen as a messenger of God.
Historical Usage
The name Jibril has been used in Islamic tradition since the time of the Prophet Muhammad, gaining popularity in Muslim cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Gabriel, Gavriel, Gabriele
Modern Popularity & Image
Jibril is a respected name in Muslim communities, often associated with strength and divine guidance.
Famous People
Jibril Rajab, Jibril Muhammad
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jibril"
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 "Jibril"
"Jibril" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 9331st of 10718 | 10 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4538th of 16616 | 166 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2833rd of 24088 | 593 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2655th of 23106 | 577 |
Regional Popularity of "Jibril" 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) |
- |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
51.03% 2338th/4582 |
38.98% 2013th/5164 |
50.21% 3672nd/7313 |
55.88% 4170th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
45.03% 1794th/3984 |
48.12% 2159th/4487 |
49.50% 3377th/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jibril" 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 "Jibril"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jibril" 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.