Boy name
Ibnu name meaning
“son, male child”
Ibnu is a masculine name from Arabic ibn, meaning “son” or “male child.” The pronunciation ibnu reflects a grammatical case ending in Arabic. In Arabic names, ibn commonly connects a name to the father's name, giving the element a role in expressing the relationship between generations.
What does Ibnu mean?
Son, male child
In Indonesian: anak laki-laki, putra
Origin and cultural usage of Ibnu
From Arabic ibn, 'son', with ibnu reflecting a case ending. In Arabic it commonly links a name to the father's name.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Ibnu in Islam and the Quran
Ibnu does not appear as a name in the Quran, but its source word (ابن) does, for example in QS Maryam [19]: 34.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Ibnu
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Ibnu, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Ibnu as a first name
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Ibnu Fatih
Interpretation
May this son open the way toward victory in life.Meaning of each word
- Ibnu: son, male child
- Fatih: opener, conqueror
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Ibnu Habib
Interpretation
May this son always be someone dearly loved and cherished.Meaning of each word
- Ibnu: son, male child
- Habib: beloved, dearly loved
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Ibnu Alfath
Interpretation
May this son find new openings and victory in life.Meaning of each word
- Ibnu: son, male child
- Alfath: opening, victory
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Interpretation
May this son become a great, honest, and trustworthy person.Meaning of each word
- Ibnu: son, male child
- Akbar: greater, greatest
- Sadik: truthful, trustworthy
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Ibnu Azka
Interpretation
May this son grow with an increasingly pure and unblemished heart.Meaning of each word
- Ibnu: son, male child
- Azka: purer, more virtuous
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Interpretation
May this son achieve success while bringing honor to others.Meaning of each word
- Ibnu: son, male child
- Muiz: one who bestows honor
- Faza: to win, succeed
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Interpretation
May this son live safely and prosperously, always showing gentleness.Meaning of each word
- Ibnu: son, male child
- Salamat: safety and well-being
- Rifki: associated with gentleness
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Interpretation
May this son grow ever greater in patience and forbearance.Meaning of each word
- Ibnu: son, male child
- Zaid: increase, growth in amount
- Hilmi: patient and forbearing
Ibnu as a middle name
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Interpretation
A picture of a lovely son, like a pleasantly fragrant plant.Meaning of each word
- Hasanul: the good or beautiful
- Ibnu: son, male child
- Rayhan: fragrant plant, basil
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Interpretation
May this son become a loyal defender who always keeps promises.Meaning of each word
- Aufa: more faithful, truer to promises
- Ibnu: son, male child
- Daffa: defender, repeller of harm
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A son pictured as life's gift, mighty like a lion.Meaning of each word
- Riski: sustenance, provision for life
- Ibnu: son, male child
- Usamah: mighty lion
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Interpretation
May this son become a better person with a willing heart.Meaning of each word
- Ahsan: better, best
- Ibnu: son, male child
- Rezha: willing acceptance or contentment
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May this son become increasingly capable as his life grows.Meaning of each word
- Qodir: capable, powerful
- Ibnu: son, male child
- Zaid: increase, growth in amount
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Interpretation
May this son achieve many successes with a generous heart.Meaning of each word
- Hisyam: generosity
- Ibnu: son, male child
- Fawwaz: highly successful, often victorious
Ibnu as a last name
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Fadillah Ibnu
Interpretation
May this son grow in virtue and moral excellence.Meaning of each word
- Fadillah: virtue, moral excellence
- Ibnu: son, male child
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Salihin Ibnu
Interpretation
May this son grow into a person of good character.Meaning of each word
- Salihin: righteous and virtuous people
- Ibnu: son, male child
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Nuryaman Ibnu
Interpretation
A picture of a son whose presence is like radiant light.Meaning of each word
- Nuryaman: light
- Ibnu: son, male child
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Interpretation
May this son hold an elevated position, feeling refreshed and satisfied.Meaning of each word
- Sami: exalted, elevated in rank
- Riyan: fresh, quenched of thirst
- Ibnu: son, male child
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Fathir Ibnu
Interpretation
May this son become a creator who brings things into being.Meaning of each word
- Fathir: creator, originator
- Ibnu: son, male child
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Interpretation
May this son enjoy a long life as a guardian.Meaning of each word
- Muammar: one granted a long life
- Hafiz: guardian; one who memorizes the Quran
- Ibnu: son, male child
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How to pronounce Ibnu
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
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| IPA | /ibnu/ |
| Arabic script | ابن |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦶꦧ꧀ꦤꦸ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮄᮘ᮪ᮔᮥ |
Is Ibnu a boy’s name?
Yes, Ibnu is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Ibnu ranks #145 among boy names in our data sample (116 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Ibnu
Famous people named Ibnu
- Ibnu Saleh · b. 1961
- Ibnu Jamil · b. 1981
- Ibnu Hadjar · b. 1920
- Ibnu Parna · b. 1920
- Ibnu Sutowo · b. 1914
- Ibnu Hadi · b. 1960
- Ibnu Saud Is
- Ibnu Sina · b. 1975
- Ibnu Wahyudi · b. 1958
- Ibnu Amin
- Ibnu Aqil D. Ghani · b. 1963
- Ibnu Asis · b. 1974
FAQ about the name Ibnu
What is the meaning of Ibnu?
Ibnu means son, male child. From Arabic ibn, 'son', with ibnu reflecting a case ending. In Arabic it commonly links a name to the father's name.
Is Ibnu a boy’s name?
Yes, Ibnu is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Ibnu?
Ibnu is of Arabic origin.
Is the name Ibnu in the Quran?
Ibnu does not appear as a name in the Quran, but its source word (ابن) does, for example in QS Maryam [19]: 34.
How many syllables does Ibnu have?
Ibnu has 2 syllables (Ib-nu) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Ibnu?
Ibnu ranks #145 among boy names in our data sample (116 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Ibnu?
Some ideas: Ibnu Fatih; Hasanul Ibnu Rayhan; Fadillah Ibnu.
Famous people named Ibnu?
Notable people named Ibnu include Ibnu Saleh, Ibnu Jamil, Ibnu Hadjar.
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