Abby Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAB-ee / /ˈæbi/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: My father is joyful; English: Diminutive of Abigail
Historical & Cultural Background
Abby is often considered a diminutive of Abigail, which has roots in Hebrew culture. The name Abigail appears in the Bible as the wife of King David. In English-speaking countries, Abby has gained popularity as a standalone name. It is commonly used for girls but has also been adopted for boys in recent years.
Trend Summary
Abby has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., often ranking lower for boys compared to girls.
Similar Names
Variants
- Abbie
- Abey
International Variants
- Abigaíl (Spanish)
- Abigaïl (French)
Famous people named Abby
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Abby was first seen in the United States in 1924. Abby has ranked as high as #1322 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in Kentucky, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Abby has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Abby (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 8 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |