Avraham

אַבְרָהָם

• Gender: Male
• Origin: Biblical / Rabbinic Hebrew
• Meaning: father of many

• Avraham is the original Hebrew name of the patriarch whose story launched the entire Jewish saga: a man who heard God's call, left everything he knew, and set out to become the father of a new nation. That divine name change from Avram to Avraham marked one of the most pivotal moments in the Torah, signifying his destiny as "father of many nations" and sealing a covenant that echoes through every generation since.

  If you have ever been to a Jewish wedding, chances are you have danced to Avraham Fried—the Lubavitch singer whose four-decade career has made him the undisputed voice of contemporary Jewish music. Choosing the full, unabridged version of the most foundational name in Jewish history is a powerful statement of heritage. It sounds distinguished and deeply traditional while offering the easy nickname Avi for everyday life. The weight of it is undeniable, but so is its warmth — this is a name that has been welcoming people into the covenant for thousands of years.

• English Equivalent:
  Abraham
• Potential Sibling Name:
  Devora
  ,
  Yael
  ,
  Yosef
  ,
  Moshe
• Theme: family