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Abraham

Meaning: Father of multitudes

About Abraham

Abraham is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. Its most-cited short meaning is “Father of multitudes,” a sense that travels well across languages. Related spellings and variants include Ibrahim. Indicative pronunciation: AY-bra-ham. Popular note: Biblical classic. When considering Abraham, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.

Origin

Hebrew

Variants

Ibrahim

Pronunciation

AY-bra-ham

Popularity note

Biblical classic

FAQ — Abraham

What does the name Abraham mean?

Short meaning: Father of multitudes. See the long description above for cultural context.

What is the origin of Abraham?

Most associated origin: Hebrew.

Are there variants of Abraham?

Related forms: Ibrahim.