The name "Ab" is of Hebrew origin and means "father." It is a short form of the Hebrew name Avraham, which is also spelled as Abraham in English. Avraham is a very significant figure in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic religions as he is considered to be the patriarch of the Israelites and the founder of these three monotheistic religions.
The name Ab is mentioned several times in the Bible. It appears first in Genesis 17:5 where God tells Abraham that his name will no longer be Abram but Avraham (Abraham) and that he will be the father of many nations, thus the meaning of "father." This name also appears in other parts of the Old Testament such as in Genesis 20:5 when Abimelech tries to take Sarah, Abraham's wife.
Historically, the name Ab has been popular among Jewish families for centuries. It is still used today and can be found in many cultures around the world, not just in Jewish communities. Despite its short length, it carries a lot of weight due to its religious significance and history.
The name Ab has seen a notable increase in popularity from the late 20th century onwards, with a significant jump in births recorded between 2000 and 2007, peaking at 41 births in 2007. However, it has since declined, with only 6 or 7 births recorded annually from 2013 to 2021. Overall, there have been a total of 375 births with the name Ab since 1880.