Abia

Hebrew

"God is my father"

Abia Origin and Meaning

The name Abia is a boy's name.

Abia is a masculine name with ancient biblical and historical roots. It appears in the Bible as the name of several figures, including King Abijah of Judah, as Abia is the Latin form of the Hebrew name Abijah, meaning "my father is Yahweh" or "Yahweh is my father." The name carries strong religious significance in Christian, Jewish, and Islamic traditions. Beyond biblical contexts, Abia is also used in various cultures around the world, including as a Nigerian place name. While not among the most common names in Western countries, Abia has seen occasional use for boys, appreciated for its melodic sound, brevity, and meaningful spiritual heritage.

Famous People Named Abia

• Abia (aka Abijam) King of Judah, son of Roboam, father of Asa (Matthew 1:7)