Abrams

Abrams is a surname of Ashkenazi Jewish and German origin. It is a patronymic derived from the given name Abraham, typically formed as Abrahams or Abrams, meaning “son of Abraham.” The name is common in the United States and other English-speaking countries, and it has several spellings.

The name is also used in place names in the United States; for example, Abrams, Wisconsin, a village in Door County.

Notable individuals with the surname include J. J. Abrams, an American filmmaker and producer, and Creighton W. Abrams, a United States Army general after whom the M1 Abrams main battle tank is named.

In other uses, Abrams Books is an American publishing company known for illustrated and art-focused titles, including Abrams Books for Young Readers. The M1 Abrams is the United States Army’s main battle tank, developed by Chrysler Defense (now part of General Dynamics) and named in honor of General Creighton Abrams.