UK boy's name
Ibrar
A masculine Arabic name meaning "to obey" or "to revere".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2021. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Ibrar is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Ibrar popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2021 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4789, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 17 births.
This profile covers 103 England and Wales registrations across 15 recorded years from 1996 to 2021. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 18% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 102 living people in the UK are called Ibrar. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2022 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Ibrar ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales in 2021, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1996, when 17 boys were registered as Ibrar.
- • About 102 living people in the UK are estimated to have Ibrar as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4789
2021
Births in 2021
3
Latest year
Peak year
1996
17 births
Estimated living
102
2026
Meaning
What does Ibrar mean?
The name Ibrar has its origins in the Arabic language and culture, tracing back to the medieval Islamic era. It is derived from the Arabic root word "b-r-r," which means "to be pious" or "to act righteously." The name is often associated with virtues such as devotion, righteousness, and moral uprightness.
In the realm of Islamic literature and history, the name Ibrar has been mentioned in several instances. One notable reference is found in the Qur'an, the holy book of Islam, where the concept of "ibrar" (piety) is discussed as a fundamental aspect of faith and righteousness.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Ibrar can be traced back to the medieval Islamic world, particularly in regions such as the Middle East and North Africa. During this period, it was not uncommon for Islamic scholars, poets, and religious figures to bear this name.
Throughout history, several individuals have carried the name Ibrar and left their mark in various fields. One such figure was Ibrar al-Maliki, a renowned Islamic scholar and jurist who lived in the 12th century in present-day Morocco. He was known for his contributions to the field of Islamic jurisprudence and his scholarly works on the Maliki school of thought.
Another notable figure was Ibrar al-Shafi'i, a 13th-century Islamic scholar and poet from present-day Iran. He was celebrated for his poetic compositions and his expertise in the fields of literature and Islamic sciences.
In the realm of Islamic mysticism, Ibrar al-Sufi was a revered Sufi mystic and spiritual leader who lived in the 9th century in present-day Iraq. He was known for his profound teachings on the spiritual path and his influence on the development of Sufism.
Moving forward in time, Ibrar Ahmed Khan was a prominent Indian Muslim scholar and historian who lived in the 19th century. He authored several influential works on Islamic history and contributed to the preservation of Islamic knowledge and literature during the British colonial era.
Another noteworthy figure was Ibrar Hussain, a renowned Pakistani poet and writer who lived in the 20th century. His literary works, spanning poetry and prose, explored themes of love, spirituality, and social commentary, earning him widespread recognition and acclaim.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have borne the name Ibrar throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of cultural and intellectual heritage associated with this name.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Ibrar over time
The chart below shows babies named Ibrar registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2021. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Ibrar, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2021, compared with 17 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ibrar by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Ibrar was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4789 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #4810 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #2886 | 49 | 9 |
| 1990s | #1230 | 48 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Ibrar
- Isaac 49,129
- Ibrahim 14,115
- Ismail 4,679
- Isaiah 4,629
- Idris 3,810
- Ivan 3,146
- Isa 2,943
- Ian 2,805
- Ilyas 2,552
- Ieuan 2,515
- Ibraheem 2,384
- Ioan 2,295
FAQ
Ibrar: questions and answers
How popular is the name Ibrar in the UK right now?
In 2021, Ibrar was ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Ibrar most popular?
The peak year on record was 1996, with 17 babies registered as Ibrar in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Ibrar?
A masculine Arabic name meaning "to obey" or "to revere".
How many people are called Ibrar in the UK?
A total of 103 babies have been registered as Ibrar across the 15 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.