Abigail Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAB-ih-gail / ˈæb.ɪ.ɡeɪlHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: My father is joy; English: A father's joy
Historical & Cultural Background
Abigail is a name of Hebrew origin, commonly associated with the biblical figure Abigail, who was the wife of King David. The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the Puritan era. It has been used for both boys and girls, though it is predominantly a feminine name in modern contexts.
Trend Summary
The name Abigail has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., often ranking among the top names for girls.
Similar Names
Variants
- Abigale
- Abby
International Variants
- Abigaíl (Spanish)
- Abigaíl (Portuguese)
Famous people named Abigail
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Fictional characters named Abigail
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Abigail was first seen in the United States in 1976. Abigail has ranked as high as #1253 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in Kentucky, California, District of Columbia, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Abigail has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Abigail (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 68 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 15 |
| 1987 | 13 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 22 |
| 1990 | 20 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 22 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 20 |
| 2003 | 23 |
| 2004 | 89 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 16 |
| 2007 | 27 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 16 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 21 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 9 |