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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Father of multitudes (via Abraham)
- Origin
- Dutch (short form of Hebrew Abraham)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- BRAM
Bram is a short, one-syllable form of Abraham, pronounced BRAM. It comes from Dutch usage as a shortened version of the Hebrew name, carrying the same meaning: father of multitudes. For parents drawn to a compact take on a longer classic name, Bram fits that shape.
Meaning & Origin of Bram
Meaning: Father of multitudes (via Abraham).
Origin: Dutch (short form of Hebrew Abraham).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Bram
BRAMIPA /ˈbræm/
Popularity of Bram
Bram's SSA tracking runs from 1948 to 2024. It hit its high point in 2016 with 72 boys given the name (rank #1995), and by 2024 had dropped to rank #2948 with 42 boys named Bram.
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FAQ
What does the name Bram mean?
Father of multitudes (via Abraham). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Bram?
Bram is pronounced BRAM (IPA: /ˈbræm/).
Is Bram a popular name right now?
Bram peaked at #1995 in 2016 and is ranked #2948 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1948–2024.)
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