Abraham — Avraham

What does “Avraham” mean in Hebrew?

“Avraham” (אַבְרָהָם) is the Hebrew name of Abraham, one of the most important figures in the Bible.
The name means “father of many” or “father of a multitude. This meaning reflects God’s promise to Abraham that he would become the ancestor of many nations and a blessing to the world.

Learn how to say “Abraham — Avraham” (אַבְרָהָם)—the founding patriarch of the Jewish people and a central figure in Christianity and Islam.

Explore our additional resources on Abraham:

• Emunah (אמונה) — Faith
• Abraham: The Father of Our Faith
• The Life of Abraham Bible Study