Abyssinia Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationuh-BIS-in-ee-uh / /əˈbɪsɪniə/Ge'ez; English
Meaning
land of the burnt faces (Ge'ez); historical name for Ethiopia (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
Abyssinia is derived from the Ge'ez term 'Habesha,' referring to the people of Ethiopia. The name has been used historically in English literature to denote the region of Ethiopia, which has a rich cultural heritage and was one of the earliest sites of civilization in Africa. The term evokes a sense of historical significance, particularly in relation to the Ethiopian Orthodox Church and its ancient traditions.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Abysinia
- Abysinnia
International Variants
- Abissinia (Italian)
- Abissinie (French)
Famous people named Abyssinia
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Fictional characters named Abyssinia
Abyssinia — 'The Abyssinian' by John Keats.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Abyssinia was first seen in the United States in 2010. Abyssinia has ranked as high as #1338 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Abyssinia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Abyssinia
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 6 |