Abigael vs Bernice

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abigael

Girl #3,918 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"my father is joy"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Christian Jewish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,918
Total SSA Count
38
Syllables
4
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Abby, Abbie, Gael

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Abigael Rank #3,918
Bernice Rank #3,814

Bernice is more popular, ranked #3814 vs #3918 for Abigael.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Abigael ___

  • Abigael Grace
  • Abigael Rose
  • Abigael Lynn
  • Abigael Marie
  • Abigael Elizabeth

Bernice ___

  • Bernice Mae
  • Bernice Claire
  • Bernice Rose
  • Bernice Elizabeth
  • Bernice Jane
  • Bernice Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Abigael

Hannah Naomi Miriam Elijah Samuel

If you choose Bernice

Mabel Sylvia Dorothy Clarence Walter

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abigael or Bernice more popular?

Bernice is more popular, ranked #3814 compared to Abigael at #3918 in the United States.

What do Abigael and Bernice mean?

Abigael means "my father is joy" (Hebrew origin). Bernice means "bringer of victory" (Greek origin).

Are Abigael and Bernice boy or girl names?

Abigael is primarily a girl name. Bernice is primarily a girl name.

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