Holding steady, #2,765 for boys today.
Popularity of Abimael since 1964
Babies named Abimael per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 32 |
| 1970s | 40 |
| 1980s | 90 |
| 1990s | 257 |
| 2000s | 389 |
| 2010s | 405 |
| 2020s | 241 |
Meaning & origin
Abimael is a biblical name of Hebrew origin that has seen modest but steady use in the United States since 1964. Its peak in popularity occurred in 2017, and usage has remained stable over the past decade. The name is most common in California and Texas. With a 2025 ranking of 2765th and a frequency of 1 in 37,132 births, Abimael remains a distinctive choice for families seeking a name with biblical roots and a strong meaning.
Abimael is a Hebrew name appearing in the Bible (Genesis 10:28) as a descendant of Shem. The name is composed of the elements 'avi' meaning 'my father' and 'El' meaning 'God', thus 'my father is God'. It was rarely used in the United States until the 1960s, when it began appearing in birth records.
Where Abimael is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Abi
Sibling names for Abimael
Names that share Abimael's style, for a brother or sister.
