Abraham
boy name#209 in 2025Abraham entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #124 in 1911, ranks #209 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#209
rank today
#124
peak (1911)
1,664
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #172 |
| 1890s | #177 |
| 1900s | #174 |
| 1910s | #153 |
| 1920s | #250 |
| 1930s | #353 |
| 1940s | #419 |
| 1950s | #430 |
| 1960s | #475 |
| 1970s | #349 |
| 1980s | #258 |
| 1990s | #232 |
| 2000s | #193 |
| 2010s | #179 |
| 2020s | #206 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Abraham has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 84,000 people named Abraham are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Abraham alive today was born around 2001, making them about 24 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Abraham in 2025?
- Abraham ranks #209 among US boy names in 2025, with 1,664 babies given the name.
- When was the name Abraham most popular?
- Abraham peaked in 1911, reaching #124 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Abraham with classmates?
- Abraham will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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