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Abby vs Abbey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abbey

Girl #5,758 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"father of joy, my father is joyful"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,758
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Abby Rank #626
Abbey Rank #5,758

Abby is more popular, ranked #626 vs #5758 for Abbey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abby or Abbey more popular?

Abby is more popular, ranked #626 compared to Abbey at #5758 in the United States.

What do Abby and Abbey mean?

Abby means "my father is joy" (Hebrew origin). Abbey means "father of joy, my father is joyful" (Hebrew origin).

Are Abby and Abbey boy or girl names?

Abby is primarily a girl name. Abbey is primarily a girl name.

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