Avishai

The boy named Avishai carries a modern Hebrew variant of Abishai. Translated, the name means 'my father is a gift'.

What does the name Avishai mean?

Avishai is a male first name that is considered a modern Hebrew derivation of Abishai. Its meaning is 'my father is a gift'. This name is composed of two ancient Hebrew elements: 'av (אָב), which means 'father', and shai (שַׁי), which stands for 'gift', 'present', or 'offering'. In the Old Testament, Abishai was the oldest son of Zeruiah, the sister of the biblical King David. Another variant of the name is Abisai.

Where does the name Avishai come from?

The first name Avishai has its roots in ancient Hebrew and means 'my father is a gift'. The word parts consist of 'av (אָב) for 'father' and shai (שַׁי) for 'gift, present, offering'. The language is Hebrew.

How do you pronounce Avishai?

The pronunciation of Avishai: The name consists of three syllables and has a melodic structure. In German, it is usually pronounced as 'A-vi-shai' [a.viˈʃaɪ̯]. This pronunciation combines a clear middle with a gentle ending. The '-shai' gives the name a swinging final note that adds elegance. Overall, Avishai appears stylish, vibrant, and present – soft, harmonious, and with a fine, expressive aura.

Popularity

In Germany, Avishai is a rather rare name. Currently, it ranks 5,840th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2015 at 3,972nd. In the last ten years, Avishai has been chosen as a first name approximately 10 times, placing it 6,380th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 7,533rd.

Famous people

• Avishai Cohen (musician)
• Avishai Geller (American ice hockey player)
• Avishai Jano (Israeli football player)
• Avishai Margalit (American philosopher)