Jibril

Meaning of Jibril

Jibril (Arabic: jee-BREEL /dʒiːˈbriːl/) originates from classical Arabic as the direct counterpart to the Hebrew name Gabriel, meaning “God is my strength” and denoting the archangel who delivered divine revelation in Islamic tradition. Revered in faith communities from North Africa to Latin America, the name carries both theological weight and global resonance. In the United States it has appeared steadily in the Social Security Administration’s top 1,000 since the late 1970s, fluctuating between ranks in the mid-600s and high-800s; in 2024 it recorded 57 births at rank 867, following a brief peak of 61 births in 2023. Its consistent presence underscores its appeal among parents drawn to its rich heritage and spiritual significance.