Avigail

Girl Name #2,521 Most Popular Hidden Gem 4 Syllables

The wise, joyful prophetess of ancient Israel

Jewish Israeli Hebrew

Spiritual Classic Traditional Elegant Strong

Meaning & Origin

"father's joy, source of joy"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: Hebrew

"my father rejoices"

Origin: Hebrew biblical

Language: Hebrew

The Story of Avigail

Avigail is the original Hebrew form of Abigail, composed of 'av' (father) and 'gil' (joy, rejoicing), meaning my father is joy or source of joy. In the Bible, Avigail was a wise and beautiful woman who became the wife of King David after preventing him from taking violent revenge on her foolish husband Nabal. She is celebrated in Jewish tradition as a prophetess.

Avigail is used primarily in Orthodox Jewish and Israeli communities who prefer the original Hebrew spelling over the anglicized Abigail. In Israel it remains a classic choice that never fully goes out of fashion.

In Jewish tradition, Avigail is counted among the seven biblical prophetesses. Her story in the Book of Samuel is celebrated as an example of wisdom, diplomacy, and courage — she single-handedly prevented bloodshed through eloquent persuasion.

Fun Facts

Avigail is one of the seven biblical prophetesses recognized in Jewish tradition
The name appears in the Book of Samuel where Avigail is praised for her wisdom and beauty

Avigail in Other Languages

French Abigail

Hebrew אֲבִיגַיִל

English Abigail

Spanish Abigail

Famous People Named Avigail

Avigail (biblical figure)

Religious

Wife of King David and one of the seven prophetesses in Hebrew scripture, praised for wisdom and beauty

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Syllables: 4
Popularity Rank: #2,521
Total SSA Count: 71
Cultural Origins: Jewish Israeli Hebrew
Pronunciation: Moderate
Formality: Formal
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Common Nicknames

Avi Gail Abby

Pairs Well With

Avigail Leah Avigail Miriam Avigail Chaya Avigail Sarah Avigail Rivka Avigail Rachel

Sibling Names

Yael Noam Tamar Eliad Shira Boaz

Similar Names

Abbie Abilene Avielle

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Frequently Asked Questions About Avigail

What does the name Avigail mean?

"father's joy, source of joy" (from Hebrew). "my father rejoices" (from Hebrew biblical). Avigail is the original Hebrew form of Abigail, composed of 'av' (father) and 'gil' (joy, rejoicing), meaning my father is joy or source of joy. In the Bible, Avigail was a wise and beautiful woman who became the wife of King David after preventing him from taking violent revenge on her foolish husband Nabal. She is celebrated in Jewish tradition as a prophetess.

What is the origin of the name Avigail?

Avigail has Hebrew, Hebrew biblical, Jewish, and Israeli origins. In Hebrew, it means "father's joy, source of joy". In Hebrew biblical, it means "my father rejoices".

Is Avigail a boy or girl name?

Avigail is primarily used as a girl name.

How popular is the name Avigail?

Avigail is currently ranked #2521 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Avigail?

Common nicknames for Avigail include Avi, Gail, and Abby.

What are good middle names for Avigail?

Popular middle name pairings include Avigail Leah, Avigail Miriam, Avigail Chaya, Avigail Sarah, Avigail Rivka, and Avigail Rachel.

What are good sibling names for Avigail?

Names that pair well with Avigail as siblings include Yael, Noam, Tamar, Eliad, Shira, and Boaz.

How many syllables does Avigail have?

Avigail has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.

Is Avigail a common or rare name?

Avigail is an uncommon name, ranked #2521 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Avigail

Avigail is a girl name with Jewish, Israeli, and Hebrew origins . The name means "father's joy, source of joy" in Hebrew .

Avigail is currently ranked #2,521 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

The name Avigail has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Avigail include Avi, Gail, and Abby. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.