Abi vs Alilah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abi

Girl #6,400 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"my father rejoices, father's joy"

Origin: Hebrew Avigayil

Cultural Roots

English Hebrew Nigerian Yoruba British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,400
Total SSA Count
19
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Abs

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Abi Rank #6,400
Alilah Rank #6,303

Alilah is more popular, ranked #6303 vs #6400 for Abi.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Abi ___

  • Abi Rose
  • Abi Grace
  • Abi May
  • Abi Charlotte
  • Abi Jane
  • Abi Louise

Alilah ___

  • Alilah Rose
  • Alilah Grace
  • Alilah Marie
  • Alilah Simone
  • Alilah Renee
  • Alilah Faith

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Abi

Rosie Elsie Nora Lily Ben

If you choose Alilah

Zara Amara Layla Amir Khalil

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abi or Alilah more popular?

Alilah is more popular, ranked #6303 compared to Abi at #6400 in the United States.

What do Abi and Alilah mean?

Abi means "my father rejoices, father's joy" (Hebrew Avigayil origin). Alilah means "exalted, noble, high" (Arabic origin).

Are Abi and Alilah boy or girl names?

Abi is primarily a girl name. Alilah is primarily a girl name.

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