"my father is joy, father's joy"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Abbigail
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A timeless biblical name meaning father's joy
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"source of joy"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
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The Story of Abbigail
Abbigail is a variant spelling of Abigail, from the Hebrew 'Avigail' meaning 'my father is joy' or 'father's joy.' It appears in the Hebrew Bible as the name of King David's wife, described as intelligent and beautiful. The double-b spelling reflects a long tradition of variant spellings in English naming, adding a distinctive visual element to this timeless classic.
Abigail has been a consistently popular name in English-speaking countries, ranking in the top 10 in the US throughout the 2000s-2010s. The Abbigail spelling offers parents the classic name with a subtle personalization.
Abigail Adams, wife of President John Adams and mother of President John Quincy Adams, is one of the most famous bearers of the name. She was a notable correspondent whose letters provide valuable historical insight into early American history.
Historical Record
Abbigail first appeared in US Social Security records in 1959.
Over 12,114 babies have been named Abbigail in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Abbigail is past its peak , currently ranked #3,980 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Abigail Adams wrote over 1,100 letters preserved as historical documents
- The name Abigail was later used as a generic term for a lady's maid in 18th-century English literature
Abbigail in Other Languages
French
Abigaïl
German
Abigail
Hebrew
אֲבִיגַיִל
Spanish
Abigail
Popularity Over Time
#3,980
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 2009
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Abbigail
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Abigail Breslin
Actor
1996
American actress known for Little Miss Sunshine and Scream Queens
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Abigail Adams
Politician
1744
Second First Lady of the United States, wife of John Adams and mother of John Quincy Adams
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #3,980
- Total SSA Count
- 37
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew English American Christian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Abby
Abbi
Gail
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Frequently Asked Questions About Abbigail
What does the name Abbigail mean?
"my father is joy, father's joy" (from Hebrew). "source of joy" (from Hebrew). Abbigail is a variant spelling of Abigail, from the Hebrew 'Avigail' meaning 'my father is joy' or 'father's joy.' It appears in the Hebrew Bible as the name of King David's wife, described as intelligent and beautiful. The double-b spelling reflects a long tradition of variant spellings in English naming, adding a distinctive visual element to this timeless classic.
What is the origin of the name Abbigail?
Abbigail has Hebrew, English, American, and Christian origins. In Hebrew, it means "my father is joy, father's joy". In Hebrew, it means "source of joy".
Is Abbigail a boy or girl name?
Abbigail is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #3980. As a boy name, it is ranked #27809. Abbigail is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Abbigail?
Abbigail is currently ranked #3980 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Abbigail?
Common nicknames for Abbigail include Abby, Abbi, and Gail.
What are good middle names for Abbigail?
Popular middle name pairings include Abbigail Grace, Abbigail Rose, Abbigail Marie, Abbigail Lynn, Abbigail Faith, and Abbigail Hope.
What are good sibling names for Abbigail?
Names that pair well with Abbigail as siblings include Hannah, Emma, Elijah, Noah, Naomi, and Leah.
How many syllables does Abbigail have?
Abbigail has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Abbigail a common or rare name?
Abbigail is an uncommon name, ranked #3980 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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Are there other spellings for Abbigail?
Related spellings include Abbie.
About the Name Abbigail
Abbigail is a girl name with Hebrew, English, American, and Christian origins . The name means "my father is joy, father's joy" in Hebrew .
Is Abbigail a boy or girl name? Abbigail is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #3,980 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #27,809. Abbigail is more commonly used as a girl name.
Abbigail is currently ranked #3,980 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Abbigail has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Abbigail include Abby, Abbi, and Gail. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Abbigail include Abbie . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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