Abimael Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Abimael is a Hebrew name meaning 'father of strength' or 'God is my father'. Its linguistic origins trace back to Hebrew, Greek, and Latin. The name has biblical roots, appearing in the genealogies of the Hebrew Bible, which contributes to its religious significance. Abimael is characterized by its strong, paternal connotation and has variants like Abimelech and Abimel. While it remains relatively uncommon, it carries a sense of tradition and heritage in modern contexts.
The name Abimael is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Abimael has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Abimael' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7067th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5057th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3258th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2910th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2956th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Abimael' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Abimael"
Pronunciation
/ˌæb.ɪˈmeɪ.əl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Abimael is derived from the Hebrew elements 'abi' meaning 'father' and 'mael' meaning 'of strength' or 'of God'. Thus, it can be interpreted as 'father of strength' or 'God is my father'.
Meaning
Father of strength, God is my father
Language Evolution
Hebrew: אֲבִימֶאֵל, Greek: Αβιμαέλ, Latin: Abimael
Biblical Background
Abimael is a biblical name found in the genealogical lists in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in the Book of Genesis.
Historical Usage
The name Abimael gained popularity in Judeo-Christian contexts, particularly during the early formation of religious communities that emphasized biblical names.
Variants & Derivatives
Abimelech, Abimel, Abimaelus
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Abimael is considered a unique and traditional name, often associated with religious significance and cultural heritage.
Famous People
Abimael Guzmán, the leader of the Shining Path insurgency in Peru
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Abimael"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Abimael"
"Abimael" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7067th of 7552 | 7 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5057th of 10718 | 65 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3258th of 16616 | 273 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2910th of 24088 | 573 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2956th of 23106 | 490 |
Regional Popularity of "Abimael" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
63.70% 1548th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
52.08% 1814th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
47.05% 2444th/5194 |
33.47% 2114th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
58.11% 3001st/5164 |
36.41% 2663rd/7313 |
26.81% 2001st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
36.43% 2485th/6822 |
35.60% 2234th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Abimael" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Abimael"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Abimael" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.