Abyssinia

Pronunciation: [ abs-IHN-ee-uh ]

Abyssinia is a girl baby name. Ranked #30,561 in the US, popular nicknames include Aby, Abyie, and Abysie.

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Girl Name #30,561 Most Popular Hidden Gem 9 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Abyssinia is a girl name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced abs-IHN-ee-uh.

Parents who love the name Abyssinia often also consider Baile, Jonbenet, Jaylinne .

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Historical Record

Abyssinia first appeared in US Social Security records in 2010.

Over 56 babies have been named Abyssinia in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Abyssinia is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #30,561 for girl names in the US .

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Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#30,561
Total SSA Count
6

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Aby Abyie Abysie Abysy

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Frequently Asked Questions About Abyssinia

Is Abyssinia a boy or girl name?
Abyssinia is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Abyssinia?
Abyssinia is pronounced abs-IHN-ee-uh.
How popular is the name Abyssinia?
Abyssinia is currently ranked #30561 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Abyssinia?
Common nicknames for Abyssinia include Aby, Abyie, Abysie, and Abysy.
Is Abyssinia a common or rare name?
Abyssinia is an uncommon name, ranked #30561 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Abyssinia?
Abyssinia pairs well with Baile, Jonbenet, Jaylinne, Azana in style and sound.

About the Name Abyssinia

Abyssinia is a girl name .

Abyssinia is currently ranked #30,561 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Abyssinia include Aby, Abyie, Abysie, and Abysy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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