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Gibran

♂ Boy

Pronounced jib-RAHN /dʒɪˈbrɑn/High

Meaning: From the Arabic surname of poet Khalil Gibran; linked to a root meaning 'to set/mend (a bone), compensate, restore'Medium

In 30 seconds: The name of a beloved poet: Gibran honors Khalil Gibran, author of 'The Prophet', its root touching the idea of mending and restoring. Lyrical, literary, and quietly healing.
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Origin MediumArabic
MeaningFrom the Arabic surname of poet Khalil Gibran; linked to a root meaning 'to set/mend (a bone), compensate, restore'
U.S. rank (2025)#4760 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births21 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2014
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,207

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202019702025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Gibran comes from the Arabic surname of the Lebanese-American poet and artist Khalil Gibran (1883-1931), author of The Prophet. The name is linked to an Arabic root associated with setting or mending (a bone), compensating, and restoring. Used as a given name in his honor.

In the U.S. it appears in Arab, Latino, and literary-minded families. Rare, poetic at the root, and lyrical.

Did you know? Khalil Gibran's 'The Prophet' is one of the best-selling books of poetry ever written — its words on love, work, and children read at weddings and funerals the world over.
Overall data confidence 72%
References on Khalil Gibran — surname background

Variations

JibranJubran

Nicknames

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Famous Bearers

  • ★Kahlil Gibran (1883-1931)
    Lebanese-American writer and poet, author of The Prophet
  • ★Gibran Rakabuming Raka (1987-)
    Indonesian politician and Vice President of Indonesia

If you like Gibran…

Khalil— the poet's first name, 'beloved'
Kahlil— the alternate spelling of Khalil
Amir— a fellow Arabic classic
Rumi— another beloved poet-name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Gibran mean?

Gibran is the surname of poet Khalil Gibran; it's linked to an Arabic root for 'to mend, compensate, restore'.

How do you pronounce Gibran?

It's said jib-RAHN /dʒɪˈbrɑn/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Gibran a boy or girl name?

Gibran is a boy's name.

How popular is Gibran?

Gibran is a rare name in the U.S.

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