Abba
Meaning of Abba
Abba is a charming and timeless name for boys. It has origins in Hebrew, where it means "father" or "dad." This name carries a strong sense of familial love and respect. In English, Abba is pronounced as AH-buh (/ˈɑbə/). The name Abba has also been associated with the famous Swedish pop group ABBA, known for their catchy songs like "Dancing Queen" and "Mamma Mia." While the name Abba is not as common as some others, it still holds a steady presence in the United States. In recent years, it has been given to an average of 6 newborn boys per year. Though its popularity may vary, Abba remains an endearing choice that exudes warmth and affection. An alternative variation of this name is Abby.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as AH-buh (/ˈɑbə/)
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Similar Names to Abba
Notable People Named Abba
| Abba Eban was a South African-born Israeli diplomat, politician, and scholar of Arabic and Hebrew languages. |
| Abba Kovner was a Polish-born Jewish partisan leader, and later Israeli poet and writer, known for his resistance against the Holocaust and his contributions to Modern Hebrew poetry. |
| Abba Ahimeir was a Russian-born Jewish journalist, historian, and political activist known for his role in Revisionist Zionism and the Zionist Revisionist Movement. |
| Abba Kyari was a Nigerian lawyer and Chief of Staff to the President of Nigeria from August 2015 to April 2020. |
| Abba Hillel Silver was an influential American Rabbi and Zionist leader who played a key role in garnering American support for the establishment of the State of Israel. |
| Abba Alhaji Kyari is a former Nigerian police officer currently on suspension pending an internal investigation into his alleged connection with the alleged fraudster Ramon Abbas "Hushpuppi". |
| Abba Siddick was a Muslim Chadian politician and revolutionary who played a significant role in the political landscape of Chad, particularly through his involvement with the Chadian National Union and the rebel insurgent group FROLINAT. |
| Abba Kyari was a Nigerian military officer who served as governor of the now defunct North-Central State, Nigeria during the military regime of General Yakubu Gowon. |
| Abba Mordechai Berman (1919–2005) was a renowned Talmudist and rosh yeshiva of Yeshivas Iyun HaTalmud. |
| Abba Makama - Abba T. Makama is a Nigerian writer, director, visual artist, and producer known for directing films that tell Nigerian stories to a global audience and explore themes of classism, spirituality, tradition, and more. |
| Abba Musa Rimi CON was a Nigerian politician who served as Deputy Governor of Kaduna State during the Nigerian Second Republic and later became acting governor. |
| Abba Estifanos of Gwendagwende - Abba Estifanos, also known as Ǝsṭifanos, was an Ethiopian Christian monk and preacher who led a reformation movement in the 15th century, known for his strict observances and soli Deo gloria veneration. |
| Abba Gindin - Abraham "Abba" Gindin is a former Israeli professional football player. |
