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Avigdor

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How to Pronounce Avigdor

Pronounced ah-vig-DOR /ˌɑ.vɪɡˈdɔr/Medium

Meaning: From Hebrew Avigdor, 'father of the wall; a protector' (a name associated with Moses in rabbinic tradition)Medium

In 30 seconds: Father of the wall: Avigdor is Hebrew for 'a protector'. Devout, strong, and traditional.
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Origin MediumHebrew
MeaningFrom Hebrew Avigdor, 'father of the wall; a protector' (a name associated with Moses in rabbinic tradition)
U.S. rank (2025)#4558 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births22 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2002
Total births (all-time)≈ 478
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Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200319842025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Avigdor comes from Hebrew Avigdor, 'father of the wall; a protector' (from avi, 'father of', plus gader, 'wall, fence') — a name associated with Moses in rabbinic tradition. A devout, strong, traditional name in Jewish communities.

In the U.S. it appears in Orthodox Jewish families. Rare, father-of-the-wall at the root, and strong.

Did you know? Avigdor means 'father of the wall; a protector' in Hebrew — a name traditionally associated with Moses in rabbinic lore; a devout, strong name in Jewish communities.
Overall data confidence 78%
References — Avigdor — etymology

Variations

AvigdarVigdor

Nicknames

Avi

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Avigdor mean?

Avigdor is Hebrew for 'father of the wall; a protector'.

How do you pronounce Avigdor?

It's said ah-vig-DOR /ˌɑ.vɪɡˈdɔr/ — three syllables, stress on the last.

Is Avigdor a boy or girl name?

Avigdor is a boy's name.

How popular is Avigdor?

Avigdor is a rare name, used in Jewish communities.

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