What origin is the name Abimelech?

Abimelech comes from Hebrew naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

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Names from the same hebrew tradition pair naturally with Abimelech — for example Isabella, Abigail, Elizabeth. You can browse more on our hebrew names page.

Abimelech

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Abimelech

Abimelech

Boy

Hebrew & Biblical

4 syllables

Abimelech is a Hebrew boy's name meaning "Father is king.".

Parents who choose Abimelech pick a boy name from the Hebrew tradition, meaning "Father is king.". At 9 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 4 syllables.

Origin: Hebrew & Biblical
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 4

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

Father is king.

Popularity

No birth-record data (source: not in US birth records; popularity in India is not tracked)

Quick answers about Abimelech

What does Abimelech mean?

Abimelech is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning "Father is king.".

How popular is Abimelech?

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