Rising since 1993, #2,884 for boys today.
Popularity of Avrum since 1933
Babies named Avrum per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 23 |
| 1940s | 18 |
| 1950s | 22 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 7 |
| 1980s | 10 |
| 1990s | 39 |
| 2000s | 101 |
| 2010s | 240 |
| 2020s | 252 |
Meaning & origin
Avrum entered U.S. naming records in 1933 and has seen a modest resurgence in recent decades. It reached its peak rank in 2023, and as of the latest data (2025), it remains in use, with a trajectory of rising popularity since 1993. Though not among the most common names, its growth suggests renewed interest in traditional Yiddish and Hebrew names. Avrum is given to about 1 in every 39,723 baby boys, placing it in the lower ranks of the top 3,000 names. Its peak year in 2023 reflects a gradual upward trend, perhaps due to a broader revival of vintage and cultural heritage names.
Avrum is likely a Yiddish variant of the biblical name Abraham, derived from Hebrew 'Avraham', meaning 'father of many nations' or 'father of a multitude'. The name has been used in Eastern European Jewish communities, particularly among Ashkenazi Jews, and was brought to the United States through immigration. While its spelling is distinct, it retains the same cultural and linguistic roots as Abraham.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Avi, Rumi, Avrumi
Sibling names for Avrum
Names that share Avrum's style, for a brother or sister.
