Abraham
Abraham is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Father of many nations”.
| Meaning | Father of many nations |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | אַבְרָהָם |
| Pronunciation | AY-bruh-ham |
| Tradition | Jewish, Christian, Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Abraham
Abraham is the patriarch whose story begins in Genesis 12. Originally called Abram, he was renamed Abraham, and Genesis 17:5 explains the new name as 'father of a multitude of nations', though this is a wordplay rather than a strict etymology. He is regarded as the founding father of the Jewish people. Abraham Lincoln is the most famous modern bearer in English.
Is Abraham a Jewish name?
Abraham is the shared patriarch of Judaism, Christianity and Islam, which are often called the Abrahamic faiths. In Islam he is the prophet Ibrahim, honoured as the builder of the Kaaba with his son Ismail.
How popular is Abraham?
Used steadily in English- and Spanish-speaking countries and in Israel.
Gifts with the name Abraham
- Abraham name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Abraham baby gifts (Amazon)
- Jewish baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Abraham
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abraham mean?
Abraham means 'Father of many nations'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Abraham a Jewish name?
Abraham is the shared patriarch of Judaism, Christianity and Islam, which are often called the Abrahamic faiths. In Islam he is the prophet Ibrahim, honoured as the builder of the Kaaba with his son Ismail.
How do you pronounce Abraham?
Abraham is pronounced AY-bruh-ham.
Is Abraham a boy or girl name?
Abraham is usually a boy name.