Meaning and origin of the name Abraham
Gender: Male
Origin: 
Hungary
Available languages
German,
Spanish,
Catalan,
Finnish,
French,
Hungarian,
Norwegian Bokmål,
Dutch,
Polish,
Swedish,
Abraham is used in
Denmark 
Germany 
Australia 
Canada 
United Kingdom 
Ireland 
Kenya 
United States 
Chile 
Spain 
Mexico 
Finland 
France 
Israel 
Croatia Hungary 
Iceland 
Norway 
Belgium 
Netherlands 
Poland 
Sweden
Countries where Abraham has name day
Abraham has a name day in
Spain and Abraham's next name day is Mars 12 (next year).
Abraham has a name day in
Croatia and Abraham's next name day is October 9 (next year).
Abraham has a name day in
Hungary and Abraham's next name day is August 16 (next year).
Abraham has a name day in
Norway and Abraham's next name day is December 20 (next year).
Abraham has a name day in
Sweden and Abraham's next name day is December 18 (next year).
Origin and Meaning of the Name Abraham
The name
Abraham has Hebrew origins and is derived from the Hebrew name אַבְרָהָם (Avraham), which means "father of many" or "father of a multitude". In the Bible,
Abraham is the patriarch of the Hebrew people and is known for his great faith and obedience to God. He is considered a significant figure in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
In the Old Testament,
Abraham is described as the father of the Israelites through his son Isaac, and of the Ishmaelites through his son Ishmael. His story is a central narrative in the religious traditions of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, where he is revered as a model of faith and righteousness.
The name
Abraham has been widely used across different cultures and languages, often as a symbol of fatherhood, leadership, and divine promise. It continues to be a popular name choice for boys, carrying with it a sense of heritage, strength, and spiritual significance.
If you are considering the name
Abraham for your child, you are choosing a name with a rich history and a profound meaning that symbolizes the importance of faith, family, and legacy.
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