Abram

Meaning

Exalted father, derived from Hebrew elements meaning 'father' and 'exalted'.

Etymology

From Hebrew אַבְרָם (Avram), composed of av meaning 'father' and ram meaning 'exalted' or 'high'. In the Bible, Abram was the original name of Abraham before God changed it to reflect his greater destiny.

About the Name Abram

Abram is the original Hebrew form of the name later changed to Abraham in biblical tradition, meaning 'exalted father'. While less common than Abraham, Abram has been used as an independent name and carries the same patriarchal significance.

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