Abram: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced AYB-ruhm · 2 syllables
Abram means “father; high, exalted”, from Hebrew and Latin and Greek.
From Latin Abram, from Koine Greek (Abram), from Hebrew (abram), from (ab, “father”) + (ram, “high, exalted”). Doublet of Abramo and Avram. As an American placename, particularly named for local resident Abram Dillard, a Texas ranger.
- Meaning
- father; high, exalted
- Origin
- Hebrew, Latin, Greek
- Pronunciation
- AYB-ruhm
- US rank (2025)
- #742
- US babies a year
- about 402 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2010
- Style
- Vintage, Comeback, Biblical
How popular is Abram?
Abram was the #742 name in the US in 2025, given to 350 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 48% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2010.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #742 |
| Ireland | #417 |
| Canada | #960 |
How old are people named Abram?
Half of US adults named Abram are older than 31; most are between 18 and 71. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Sibling names for Abram
Names that real brothers and sisters of people named Abram have, from family records on Wikidata, most common first.
- Suhana
- Josh
- Carrie
Names like Abram
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
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Questions about Abram
What does the name Abram mean?
Abram means “father; high, exalted”. It comes from Hebrew and Latin and Greek.
How do you pronounce Abram?
Abram is pronounced AYB-ruhm.
How popular is the name Abram?
Abram was the #742 name in the US in 2025, given to 350 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 48% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2010.
How old are people named Abram?
Half of US adults named Abram are older than 31. Most are between 18 and 71.