Abraham
Abraham first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2016, when 2,584 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,664.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Abraham popular?
Steady Abraham has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2016.
| 2020s | 10,755 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 22,220 | |
| 2000s | 19,854 | |
| 1990s | 13,021 | |
| 1980s | 8,691 | |
| 1970s | 5,138 | |
| 1960s | 2,711 | |
| 1950s | 2,918 | |
| 1940s | 2,235 | |
| 1930s | 2,500 | |
| 1920s | 5,114 | |
| 1910s | 6,040 | |
| 1900s | 1,145 | |
| 1890s | 849 | |
| 1880s | 776 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Abraham mean?
From the Hebrew Avraham, “father of many.” Abraham is the patriarch of three faiths.
Nicknames for Abraham
- Abe
- Bram
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abraham mean?
Abraham means Father of multitudes. From the Hebrew Avraham, “father of many.” Abraham is the patriarch of three faiths.
What is the origin of the name Abraham?
Abraham is of Hebrew origin.
How do you pronounce Abraham?
Abraham is pronounced “AY-bruh-ham.”
Is Abraham a boy or a girl name?
Abraham is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Abraham a popular name right now?
Abraham has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2016.
How popular is the name Abraham?
In 2025, Abraham ranked #209 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Abraham most popular?
Abraham was most popular in 2016, when about 2,584 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Abraham?
Common nicknames for Abraham include Abe, Bram.
What names are similar to Abraham?
Names similar to Abraham include Isaac, Jacob, Moses, Aaron.
What names go well with Abraham?
Hebrew names that pair well with Abraham include James, Michael, John, David, Mary.