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John vs Abraham

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

John Rank #21
Abraham Rank #204

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is John or Abraham more popular?

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

What do John and Abraham mean?

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

Are John and Abraham boy or girl names?

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

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