What does the name Abner mean?

The name Abner means "My father is a light".

What is the origin of the name Abner?

Abner is a name of Hebrew origin.

In 2023, 293 babies were named Abner in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Yes, Abner is traditionally used as a boy's name.

Boy's name

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Births Last Year: 293 →

All-Time Total: 8,492

Peak Year: 2024

Abner is a Hebrew name meaning "my father is a light." It is derived from the Hebrew words "av" (father) and "ner" (light).

Boy names closely related to Abner

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Girl names closely related to Abner

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Births per year in the United States

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