Avishai
Avishai is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “My father is a gift”.
| Meaning | My father is a gift |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | אֲבִישַׁי |
| Pronunciation | ah-vee-SHY |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel, United States |
Meaning and origin of Avishai
Avishai is a Hebrew name usually explained as avi 'my father' plus shai 'gift', so 'my father is a gift' or 'father of a gift'. In the Bible Abishai is a nephew of King David, the son of Zeruiah and brother of Joab, and one of David's bravest warriors. In modern Israel it is a well-used name; jazz bassist Avishai Cohen is a well-known bearer.
Is Avishai a Jewish name?
Avishai is a biblical name, borne by David's warrior nephew Abishai in the books of Samuel and Chronicles.
How popular is Avishai?
Fairly common in Israel; less common among Jewish families elsewhere.
Gifts with the name Avishai
- Avishai name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Avishai baby gifts (Amazon)
- Jewish baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Avishai
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Avishai mean?
Avishai means 'My father is a gift'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Avishai a Jewish name?
Avishai is a biblical name, borne by David's warrior nephew Abishai in the books of Samuel and Chronicles.
How do you pronounce Avishai?
Avishai is pronounced ah-vee-SHY.
Is Avishai a boy or girl name?
Avishai is usually a boy name.