Abegail Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AB-uh-gail //ˈæb.ɪ.ɡeɪl//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: father's joy; English: a variant of Abigail
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Abegail is derived from the Hebrew name Avigail, which means "my father is joy" or "father's joy." The etymology traces back to the Hebrew roots, where 'avi' means "my father" and 'gil' translates to "joy" or "rejoicing." This name was later adopted into Greek as Abigaíl and subsequently into Latin as Abigaile, before making its way into Old French and eventually into English as Abegail. The transition into English occurred during the Middle Ages, when biblical names became increasingly popular due to the influence of Christian texts and traditions.
Historically, the name Abegail is notably associated with a biblical figure from the Old Testament. Abigai, the wife of King David, is mentioned in the First Book of Samuel, where she is recognized for her intelligence and beauty, as well as her role in averting conflict.
This biblical connection has contributed to the name's enduring significance in various cultures, particularly within Jewish and Christian communities. The name appears in several translations of the Bible, including the King James Version, which helped solidify its presence in English-speaking contexts.
Culturally, Abegail has been embraced for its positive connotations of joy and familial love, making it a favored choice in various traditions. The name has also inspired several diminutive forms, such as Abby or Gail, which have been used affectionately throughout history.
The symbolic associations of joy and familial bonds have allowed the name to resonate across generations, maintaining its relevance in cultural narratives and family histories.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Abegail was first seen in the United States in 1981.
Abegail has ranked as high as #6129 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in California, and Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Abegail has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Abegail is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Abegail was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Abegail.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 7 | 7 |
| 2018 | 9 | 9 |
| 2017 | 12 | 12 |
| 2016 | 7 | 7 |
| 2014 | 12 | 12 |
| 2013 | 10 | 10 |
| 2012 | 18 | 18 |
| 2011 | 17 | 17 |
| 2010 | 26 | 26 |
| 2009 | 22 | 22 |
| 2008 | 19 | 19 |
| 2007 | 24 | 24 |
| 2006 | 29 | 29 |
| 2005 | 30 | 30 |
| 2004 | 22 | 22 |
| 2003 | 19 | 19 |
| 2002 | 17 | 17 |
| 2001 | 25 | 25 |
| 2000 | 35 | 35 |
| 1999 | 12 | 12 |
| 1998 | 20 | 20 |
| 1997 | 12 | 12 |
| 1996 | 14 | 14 |
| 1995 | 17 | 17 |
| 1994 | 14 | 14 |
| 1993 | 10 | 10 |
| 1992 | 7 | 7 |
| 1991 | 5 | 5 |
| 1990 | 10 | 10 |
| 1989 | 9 | 9 |
| 1986 | 5 | 5 |
| 1984 | 7 | 7 |
| 1983 | 8 | 8 |
| 1981 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Abegail (2010)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |