Abraham is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #204 in 2024 with 1,729 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2016 with 2,583 births ranking #157. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 29.4%. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 992 boys born was named Abraham. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Abraham is a classic Hebrew name traditionally understood to mean "father of many". It has a strong historical and religious presence and has been used across many cultures for generations.
Abraham is one of the most important figures in the Hebrew Bible and is also central in Christianity and Islam. The name spread widely through religious tradition and remains familiar in many languages and cultures.