Abigail vs Gemma

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
Nicknames
Abby, Abbie, Gail

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Gemma

Girl #203 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gem, precious stone"

Origin: Latin/Italian

Cultural Roots

English Italian Scottish Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#203
Total SSA Count
1,514
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Gem

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Abigail Rank #32
Gemma Rank #203

Abigail is more popular, ranked #32 vs #203 for Gemma.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Abigail ___

  • Abigail Grace
  • Abigail Rose
  • Abigail Jane
  • Abigail Mae
  • Abigail Elizabeth
  • Abigail Kate

Gemma ___

  • Gemma Rose
  • Gemma Jane
  • Gemma Louise
  • Gemma Claire
  • Gemma Elise
  • Gemma Kate

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Abigail

Hannah Samuel Benjamin Naomi Caleb

If you choose Gemma

Violet Cleo Flora Oscar Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abigail or Gemma more popular?

Abigail is more popular, ranked #32 compared to Gemma at #203 in the United States.

What do Abigail and Gemma mean?

Abigail means "father's joy" (Hebrew Avigayil from avi and gil origin). Gemma means "gem, precious stone" (Latin/Italian origin).

Are Abigail and Gemma boy or girl names?

Abigail is primarily a girl name. Gemma is primarily a girl name.

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