Abbygail Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Abbygail is derived from the Hebrew Avigayil, meaning 'father's joy'. It has evolved through historical forms such as Abigail in English. The name is associated with the biblical figure Abigail and has gained popularity since the 17th century. It represents traits of joy and intelligence, with a strong biblical relevance.
The name Abbygail is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South 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, Abbygail 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, 'Abbygail' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6484th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1357th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2426th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Abbygail' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Abbygail"
Pronunciation
/ˈæbɪɡeɪl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Abbygail is derived from the Hebrew name Avigayil, which means 'my father is joy' or 'father's joy'.
Meaning
father's joy
Language Evolution
Avigayil (Hebrew), Abigail (English), Abbygail (Modern English)
Biblical Background
Abigail is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, known for her beauty and intelligence. She was the wife of Nabal and later became one of the wives of King David.
Historical Usage
The name Abigail has been in use since the Middle Ages, gaining popularity in the English-speaking world during the 17th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Abigail, Abbie, Abbey, Gail
Modern Popularity & Image
In recent years, Abbygail has been perceived as a modern and trendy variation of Abigail, often associated with strength and charm.
Famous People
Abigail Adams - the wife of John Adams, the second President of the United States., Abigail Breslin - an American actress known for her roles in films such as 'Little Miss Sunshine'.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Abbygail"
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 "Abbygail"
"Abbygail" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6484th of 27321 | 190 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1357th of 35406 | 2,523 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2426th of 30306 | 901 |
Regional Popularity of "Abbygail" 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 "Abbygail" 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) |
- | - |
80.00% 4155th/5194 |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
32.28% 1479th/4582 |
47.33% 2444th/5164 |
17.09% 1250th/7313 |
19.35% 1444th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
56.65% 2257th/3984 |
72.81% 3267th/4487 |
31.19% 2128th/6822 |
31.61% 1984th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Abbygail"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Abbygail" 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.