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Ibtihal
Pronounced ib-tee-HAHL /ɪb.tiˈhɑːl/Medium
Meaning: From the Arabic word ibtihal, meaning supplication — an earnest, humble prayer offered to God. It is a long-established girl's name across the Arabic-speaking world and a devotional name, held with respect.Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Ibtihal (ibtihāl) is the Arabic word for supplication — earnest, humble prayer raised to God — and has long served as a girl's given name from the Levant to North Africa. It is a religious name, and we note that plainly and with respect (said 'ib-tee-HAHL').
It is very rare for girls in the U.S. and familiar in Arabic-speaking communities. Devotional, dignified, and rhythmic.
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What does the name Ibtihal mean?
Ibtihal is Arabic for 'supplication' — earnest, humble prayer to God. It is a devotional name.
How do you pronounce Ibtihal?
It's said ib-tee-HAHL /ɪb.tiˈhɑːl/ — three syllables, stress on the last.
Is Ibtihal a boy or girl name?
Ibtihal is used as a girl's name.
How popular is Ibtihal?
Ibtihal is a very rare name for girls in the U.S., though familiar in Arabic-speaking communities.