Meaning, origin, history
The name Abdon is of Hebrew origin and means "servant". It is derived from the Hebrew word "ebed" which translates to "servant". The name appears in the Bible as the father of Heman, who was one of King David's singers (1 Chronicles 6:32). In ancient times, this name was often given to boys born into slave families or to those whose parents wished them to be devoted servants of God. Today, Abdon is a rare name but it is still occasionally used as a boys' name in some cultures and communities around the world.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Abdon since 1880
Total births
359
Total since 1880
Peak year
1975
13 births
in 2015
7
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
-100%
↘
vs previous 5 years