Ibn
Ibn is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Son of.
Origin and history
Ibn is a masculine name of Arabic origin that literally translates to 'son of'. It is traditionally used as a patronymic prefix in Arabic naming conventions, though it occasionally appears as a standalone given name in the United States. It remains a rare choice for parents in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
927 babies in the United States have been named Ibn since 1880. It ranks #3751 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1886.
States where it is most popular
- NJ (94.2 %)
- NY (2.4 %)
- CA (2.2 %)
- PA (1.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 168 |
| 1980-1990 | 186 |
| 1990-2000 | 216 |
| 2000-2010 | 194 |
| 2010-2019 | 122 |
| 2020-2029 | 41 |
Famous people named Ibn
- Ibn Khaldun: Historian, Philosopher
Fun facts
- In classical Arabic naming systems, 'Ibn' connects a person's given name to their father's name, as seen in historical figures like Ibn Sina.