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Adeline vs Abigail

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abigail

Girl #32 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"father's joy"

Origin: Hebrew Avigayil from avi and gil

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#32
Total SSA Count
5,499
Syllables
4
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Adeline Rank #58
Abigail Rank #32

Abigail is more popular, ranked #32 vs #58 for Adeline.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adeline or Abigail more popular?

Abigail is more popular, ranked #32 compared to Adeline at #58 in the United States.

What do Adeline and Abigail mean?

Adeline means "noble, nobility, of noble kind" (Germanic origin). Abigail means "father's joy" (Hebrew Avigayil from avi and gil origin).

Are Adeline and Abigail boy or girl names?

Adeline is primarily a girl name. Abigail is primarily a girl name.

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