NAME PROFILE
Abe
Abe is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'father of a multitude.' It conveys strength, leadership, and a nurturing spirit, often associated with wisdom and guidance.
Key Stats
| Total births | 9,694 |
| Gender | Male (43% / 57%) |
| Peak year | 1917 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 38%OH — 19%TX — 18%MS — 13%LA — 12%
Notable People
Abe Lincoln (16th President of the United States) · Abe Vigoda (Actor, *The Godfather*) · Abe Simpson (Character from *The Simpsons*) · Abe Koji (Japanese actor) · Abe Burrows (Playwright, *How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying*)
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