Father of light
Derived from the Hebrew name Abner, it is composed of the elements 'av' meaning father and 'ner' meaning lamp or light. In the Old Testament, Abner was the commander-in-chief of Saul's army. Avner is the modern Hebrew form of the name.
About 16 boys were named Avner in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Vaudeville performer and clown
Israeli police officer who interrogated Adolf Eichmann
Renowned mathematician
Protagonist and Mossad agent in the film Munich · Munich
