Авва
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Abba is an Aramaic word corresponding to the Hebrew ab, “father.” It was preserved in the New Testament in Greek. form ἄββας (Mk.14:36; Rom.8:35; Gal.4:6), where it is always applied to God the Father in the form of invocation. In the Gospel of St. Mark The Savior Himself addresses His Father in this way. Ap. Paul tells the faithful that they can call God “Abba, Father,” because they are His children by adoption. In the Greek text, as in the Latin Vulgate, the word "abba" is always accompanied by the translation "father." In the east, “abbas” are the abbots of monasteries or generally ascetic elders known for their wisdom and piety. Hence the Western one - “abbot”, see this word.