Abner is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning "father of light" or "my father is a lamp." It is derived from the Hebrew words "ab" (father) and "ner" (lamp). In the Bible, Abner was a significant figure as the commander of King Saul's army and a key player in the transition of power after Saul's death. The name was popular among early immigrants to New England but declined in popularity in the early 20th century. Today, it is rarely used as a given name but remains significant in biblical and cultural contexts.
