Avner Name Meaning

Avner

Meaning:A Hebrew name; they are compassionate, A Hebrew name, they are compassionate
Gender:Boy
Origin:Hebrew

More About The Name Avner

The name Avner is a Hebrew name, originating from the Hebrew name אַבְנֵר (Avner), which means "father of light" or "father of enlightenment." It is derived from the elements "av" meaning "father" and "ner" meaning "light" or "lamp."

In the Bible, Avner was a cousin and general of King Saul. He later served as the commander of the army under King David. Avner's story can be found in the First and Second Books of Samuel.

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