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Abraham vs John

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

John

Boy #21 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"Yahweh is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Irish American Christian Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#21
Total SSA Count
8,047
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Abraham Rank #204
John Rank #21

John is more popular, ranked #21 vs #204 for Abraham.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abraham or John more popular?

John is more popular, ranked #21 compared to Abraham at #204 in the United States.

What do Abraham and John mean?

Abraham means "father of many nations" (Hebrew origin). John means "Yahweh is gracious" (Hebrew origin).

Are Abraham and John boy or girl names?

Abraham is primarily a boy name. John is primarily a boy name.

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