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BoyPronounced English /ˈeɪ.bi.əl/

Abiel

A name meaning "God is my father".

Quick answer

Abiel is a boy name meaning "God is my father".

Pronunciation: English /ˈeɪ.bi.əl/.

GenderBoy
MeaningGod is my father
PronunciationEnglish /ˈeɪ.bi.əl/

Meaning and history

The name means "God is my father" in Hebrew, from אָב ( ʾav ) meaning "father" and אֵל ( ʾel ) meaning "God". This was the name of the grandfather of Saul according to the Old Testament.

Notes and context

Usage: biblical | Ancient Hebrew: אֲבִיאֵל