Abbi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Abbi is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from 'Abigail', meaning 'my father is joy'. It has evolved from its biblical roots through forms like Abigail and Abbie. The name is associated with positive traits such as joy and wisdom. Although it has biblical relevance, it is primarily seen as a modern and friendly name.
The name Abbi is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Abbi has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Abbi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8510th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5355th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2609th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2658th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6697th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Abbi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Abbi"
Pronunciation
/ˈæbi/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Abbi is derived from the Hebrew name 'Abigail', which means 'my father is joy'. The name has biblical roots and is associated with a figure in the Old Testament.
Meaning
my father is joy
Language Evolution
Abigail, Abbie, Abbi
Biblical Background
Abbi is related to the biblical name Abigail, who was a wise and beautiful woman, married to King David.
Historical Usage
The name Abbi gained popularity as a diminutive of Abigail in the 20th century, especially in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Abbie, Abbey, Abigail
Modern Popularity & Image
Abbi is perceived as a charming and approachable name, often associated with warmth and friendliness.
Famous People
Abbi Jacobson, Abbi Glines
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Abbi"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Abbi"
"Abbi" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8510th of 12526 | 27 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5355th of 19264 | 154 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2609th of 27321 | 692 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2658th of 35406 | 990 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6697th of 30306 | 213 |
Regional Popularity of "Abbi" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Abbi" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
49.36% 1819th/3685 |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
55.41% 2539th/4582 |
76.45% 3948th/5164 |
42.16% 3083rd/7313 |
81.68% 6096th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
94.50% 6447th/6822 |
- |
State-by-State Popularity of "Abbi"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Abbi" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.