Abbie Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAB-ee / /ˈæbi/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: Father's joy; English: Diminutive of Abigail
Historical & Cultural Background
Abbie is often used as a diminutive of Abigail, which has Hebrew origins. The name Abigail appears in the Bible as the wife of King David. In English-speaking countries, Abbie has gained popularity as a standalone name. It is commonly used for both boys and girls, though it is more frequently associated with females.
Trend Summary
Abbie has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., often ranking lower in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Abby
- Abbie
International Variants
- Abigaíl (Spanish)
- Abigaíl (Portuguese)
Famous people named Abbie
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Abbie was first seen in the United States in 1887. Abbie has ranked as high as #874 nationally, which occurred in 1930, and has been most popular in Louisiana. In the past 5 years the name Abbie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Abbie (1923)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| LA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1887 | 5 |
| 1891 | 5 |
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1910 | 8 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 11 |
| 1916 | 12 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1919 | 9 |
| 1920 | 11 |
| 1921 | 10 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1923 | 11 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 9 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1928 | 13 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1930 | 16 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1935 | 11 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 13 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1959 | 8 |