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Abner

Gender  Male
Type  Single Name
Species  DogCat

Meaning

Father of light.

Related Names

Ab, Abnor, Abram.

Famous Usage

Biblical cousin of Saul.

Screen Details

Li'l Abner - popular comic strip character created by Al Capp that ran from 1934 to 1977. Abner Kravitz - nosy neighbour character from the TV show 'Bewitched'. Abner Doubleday - historically credited (though disputed) as inventor of baseball, referenced in multiple films and documentaries.

Personality Plus

Quirky, independent, and strong-willed - suits a pet with an old-soul charm and playful determination. Perfect for a character with unique personality traits who marches to their own beat.

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