Avshalom

Hebrew

"father of peace"

Avshalom Origin and Meaning

The name Avshalom is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.

Avshalom is a masculine Hebrew name meaning 'father of peace' or 'my father is peace.' It appears in the Hebrew Bible as the name of King David's son (often transliterated as Absalom in English translations). The name combines 'av' (father) with 'shalom' (peace), reflecting important values in Jewish tradition. While relatively uncommon outside of Israel and Jewish communities, Avshalom carries deep cultural and religious significance. In Israel, it has maintained steady usage, connecting modern bearers to ancient biblical heritage. The name's biblical associations include a complex narrative, as the biblical Avshalom rebelled against his father, adding layers of historical depth to this traditional name with its inherently peaceful meaning.

Famous People Named Avshalom

• Avshalom Cyrus Elitzur Israeli physicist
• Avshalom Pollak Israeli actor

The name Avshalom in Pop Culture

• Avshalom a son of King David, who avenged the rape of his sister, Tamar, by killing his brother,in,law Amnon, upseting his father. He later rebels against his father, seeking to become king himself.