Find out how popular the first name Abinadab has been for the last 1 years (from 2003 to 2003) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Abinadab by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Abinadab is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2003, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Abinadab.

The history of the first name Abinadab

The name Abinadab is of Hebrew origin, derived from the phrase "avi nadav" which translates to "my father is noble" or "father of generosity." It first appeared in the Old Testament of the Bible, specifically in the Book of Samuel, where it referred to one of the sons of Jesse, the father of King David.

Abinadab is mentioned in the Bible as being responsible for transporting the Ark of the Covenant on a new cart when it was brought from Kiriath-Jearim to Jerusalem. This event is recorded in the Second Book of Samuel, chapter 6, and the First Book of Chronicles, chapter 13. However, Abinadab's actions were not in accordance with the prescribed methods for moving the Ark, leading to a tragic incident where his brother Uzzah was struck dead for touching the Ark.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Abinadab outside of the Bible is in the ancient Hebrew texts known as the Dead Sea Scrolls, which date back to the third century BCE. These scrolls contain references to individuals bearing the name, indicating its usage during the Second Temple period in Jewish history.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Abinadab. One of the earliest was Abinadab ben Pedaiah, a Jewish scholar who lived in the fifth century CE and was a member of the Sanhedrin, the highest court of ancient Jewish law.

In the 12th century, Abinadab ben Isaac was a French Rabbi and scholar who lived in Narbonne, France. He was known for his contributions to the study of Jewish law and wrote several important works on the subject.

During the 16th century, Abinadab Jacobi was a Dutch Hebraist and scholar who lived in Leiden, Netherlands. He was renowned for his expertise in the Hebrew language and his translations of Jewish texts into Latin.

In the 19th century, Abinadab Coody was a Baptist minister and educator who lived in Alabama, United States. He was instrumental in establishing several schools and churches in the state and was known for his efforts in promoting education among African Americans.

Another notable figure was Abinadab Josiah Khudabadi, an Indian Christian missionary and evangelist who lived in the late 19th century. He played a significant role in the spread of Christianity in India and was known for his efforts in translating the Bible into various Indian languages.

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