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Abraham: Meaning & Origin

Abraham is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning “Father of a multitude. Abraham Lincoln led the nation through the Civil War and is celebrated for his role in abolishing slavery.”. It's a popular choice, ranking in the top 21% of baby names. With 3 syllables, it's elegant and melodic.

Pronunciation

AY-brə-ham

Phonetic spelling

Popularity

79/100 Score

This name ranks in the top 21% of popular names.

Nicknames

AbeBram

Popularity Trend

Popularity Trend

46%
35
2010
19
Current
#42
Rank

* Popularity data based on national birth records and trends

Middle Name Ideas

  • Abraham Lincoln
  • Abraham Joseph
  • Abraham Edward

Famous Namesakes

  • Abraham Lincoln

Variants & Alternate Spellings of Abraham