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Avishai
Pronounced ah-vee-SHY /ˌɑ.viˈʃaɪ/Medium
Meaning: From Hebrew Avishai, 'gift of my Father; my Father's gift' (avi, 'my father', + a 'gift' element); a biblical name (a nephew of King David)Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Avishai comes from Hebrew Avishai, 'gift of my Father; my Father's gift' (avi, 'my father', + a 'gift' element) — a biblical name, borne by a nephew and warrior of King David. A lyrical, devout name (said 'ah-vee-SHY'; nickname Avi).
In the U.S. it appears in Jewish families. Rare, gift-of-my-Father at the root, and devout.
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What does the name Avishai mean?
Avishai is Hebrew for 'gift of my Father; my Father's gift' (a nephew of King David).
How do you pronounce Avishai?
It's said ah-vee-SHY /ˌɑ.viˈʃaɪ/ — three syllables, stress on the third.
Is Avishai a boy or girl name?
Avishai is a boy's name.
How popular is Avishai?
Avishai is a rare name in the U.S.