My father is a gift
Derived from the Hebrew name Avishai, it is composed of the elements 'avi' meaning 'my father' and 'shai' meaning 'gift'. In the Old Testament, Abishai was a nephew of King David and a courageous military commander known for his loyalty. The name carries a sense of both familial devotion and strength.
Less common today
Abisai isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,444 in 2004.
Biblical military leader and nephew of King David
A character in the video game series Fire Emblem · Fire Emblem
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
