Abimelech Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Abimelech Name at a Glance

Name	Abimelech
Meaning	Father of the king
Origin	Biblical
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Abimelech Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Abimelech means “Father of the king”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Abimelech Name Origin

Our database records Abimelech under Biblical origin. Browse more Biblical baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Abimelech a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Abimelech is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Abimelech

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