Amram

Amram (עַמְרָם) is a name with biblical Hebrew origins. Its direct translation into English is "the uncle is exalted" or alternatively "the father's brother is exalted."

What does the name Amram mean?

The name Amram (עַמְרָם) has biblical Hebrew roots and translates to "the uncle is exalted" or "the father's brother is exalted." It derives from the ancient Hebrew term 'amrâm (עַמְרָם), which means "exalted people," "friend of the Most High," and "the people are exalted." This term is composed of 'am (עַם) for "people," "nation," and rum (רוּם) for "to exalt," "to be high," "to rise," "to elevate." In the Old Testament, Amram was the father of Moses and Miriam. The name may be used to honor a deceased relative. Variants include Imran, Imram, Omran, Ambram, Ümran, Umran, and Imrane.

Where does the name Amram come from?

Amram is a masculine first name with ancient Hebrew origins, carrying the meaning "the uncle is exalted." The components consist of 'am (עַם), meaning "people," "nation," or "folk," and rum (רוּם), meaning "to exalt," "to be high," "to rise," or "to elevate." Thus, the meaning of 'amrâm (עַמְרָם) is "exalted people," "friend of the Most High," and "the people are exalted." This name is used in biblical Hebrew.

How do you pronounce Amram?

The pronunciation of Amram: The name Amram is two syllables and clearly structured. In German pronunciation, it is usually rendered as "Am-ram" [ˈam.ʁam]. The two syllables are similarly constructed, and the repetition of "-ram" gives the name a stable, almost pulsating sound effect. Overall, Amram exudes a powerful, calm, and grounded presence - balanced, present, and with a steady, quiet strength.

Popularity

In Germany, Amram is a rather rare first name. It has never ranked in the country's name popularity lists. Its best placement was in 2013 at 1,845th in the Italian name charts. Between 1999 and 2024, Amram was used as a first name in Italy fewer than 10 times, earning it the 5,981st place. In the last ten years, no child in Italy has received this name.

Famous people

• Amram Ibn Salameh (poet)
• Amram Nowak (American writer)