Abbigail Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Abbigail is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'father's joy'. It evolved from the Hebrew Avigayil to the English Abigail and later to the modern variant Abbigail. The name is linked to positive traits such as joy and strength, with notable biblical relevance as the wife of King David. Its usage has persisted through history, with a resurgence in modern popularity, often viewed positively due to its joyful meaning.
The name Abbigail is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Abbigail has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, falling 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, 'Abbigail' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9994th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5443rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1635th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 543rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1386th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Abbigail' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Abbigail"
Pronunciation
/ˈæb.ɪ.ɡeɪl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Abbigail is derived from the Hebrew name אֲבִיגַיִל (Avigayil), which means 'my father is joy' or 'father's joy'.
Meaning
father's joy
Language Evolution
Avigayil (Hebrew), Abigail (English), Abbigail (variant spelling)
Biblical Background
Abbigail is a prominent biblical name, borne by the wife of King David in the Old Testament.
Historical Usage
The name Abigail was used throughout the Middle Ages and gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 17th century, with variations like Abbigail emerging in modern times.
Variants & Derivatives
Abigail, Abigale, Gail
Modern Popularity & Image
Abbigail is perceived as a modern and trendy variation of Abigail, often associated with strong and joyful characteristics.
Famous People
Abigail Adams - First Lady of the United States, Abigail Breslin - American actress, Abigail Spencer - American actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Abbigail"
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 "Abbigail"
"Abbigail" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9994th of 12526 | 15 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5443rd of 19264 | 150 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1635th of 27321 | 1,370 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 543rd of 35406 | 8,594 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1386th of 30306 | 1,985 |
Regional Popularity of "Abbigail" 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 "Abbigail" 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) |
26.11% 962nd/3685 |
49.18% 2201st/4475 |
33.94% 1763rd/5194 |
47.59% 3006th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
8.36% 383rd/4582 |
17.47% 902nd/5164 |
6.89% 504th/7313 |
9.77% 729th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
29.44% 1173rd/3984 |
42.88% 1924th/4487 |
18.73% 1278th/6822 |
23.80% 1494th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Abbigail"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Abbigail" 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.