Abner

Meaning of Abner

This name means 'my father is light' or 'father of light' in Hebrew. It suggests someone who brings light or guidance.

Abner has Hebrew roots — browse every Hebrew baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Abner

After ranking as high as #838 in 2024, Abner has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Abner

• Abner Doubleday
  American Civil War general, baseball myth
• Abner Mares
  Mexican-American professional boxer
• Abner Biberman
  American actor and film director
• Abner Jenkins
  American comic book artist
• Abner Uribe
  Dominican professional baseball pitcher

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Questions about the name Abner

What does the name Abner mean?

Abner means this name means 'my father is light' or 'father of light' in hebrew. it suggests someone who brings light or guidance, and it comes from Hebrew origins.

Is Abner a boy's or a girl's name?

Abner is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Abner?

Abner did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Abner most popular?

Abner peaked at #838 in 2024.