Abran Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Abran has Hebrew origins linked to the name Avraham, meaning 'father of many.' It evolved through various forms, including Avram and Abraham, reflecting its biblical roots. The name embodies traits of faith and leadership, with notable biblical relevance. In modern contexts, it retains a traditional image and is less commonly used.
The name Abran is most popular in New Mexico, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Abran has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Abran' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3387th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2632nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2771st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2320th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2278th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2535th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4650th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Abran' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Abran"
Pronunciation
/əˈbrɑn/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Abran is derived from the Hebrew name Avraham, which means 'father of many' or 'father of a multitude.' It is often associated with the biblical patriarch Abraham.
Meaning
father of many
Language Evolution
Avram (Hebrew), Abraham (Hebrew), Abran (Spanish/Portuguese)
Biblical Background
The name Abran is associated with Abraham, a significant figure in the Bible known for his faith and covenant with God.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity particularly in the Spanish-speaking world, reflecting cultural ties to the biblical Abraham.
Variants & Derivatives
Abraham, Abram, Abe
Modern Popularity & Image
Abran is viewed as a strong and traditional name, often associated with faith and leadership, and is relatively uncommon in modern naming trends.
Famous People
Abran (fictional character in various cultural contexts)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Abran"
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 "Abran"
"Abran" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3387th of 7545 | 95 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2632nd of 6773 | 154 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2771st of 7552 | 167 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2320th of 10718 | 271 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2278th of 16616 | 457 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2535th of 24088 | 703 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4650th of 23106 | 254 |
Regional Popularity of "Abran" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
96.75% 2289th/2366 |
70.05% 800th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
69.06% 1625th/2353 |
50.61% 783rd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
55.84% 1593rd/2853 |
49.15% 1364th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
36.24% 1275th/3518 |
31.13% 1259th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
31.54% 1638th/5194 |
18.63% 1177th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
29.74% 2175th/7313 |
17.86% 1333rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
46.98% 3205th/6822 |
38.37% 2408th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Abran" 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 "Abran"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Abran" 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.