Abbygale Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Abbygale is a variant of the Hebrew name Abigail, meaning 'my father is joy'. It has evolved from Abigail through several historical forms. The name has a positive meaning and is often associated with joyfulness. While it has biblical roots, it is not directly mentioned in the Bible. Abigail became popular during the Puritan era and continues to be a beloved name. Common variants include Abigail and Abby, and it is perceived positively in contemporary times.
The name Abbygale 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, Abbygale 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, 'Abbygale' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14820th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3708th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8567th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Abbygale' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Abbygale"
Pronunciation
/ˈæbɪɡeɪl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Abbygale is derived from the Hebrew name Abigail, which means 'my father is joy' or 'father's joy'.
Meaning
my father is joy
Language Evolution
Abigail, Abigael, Abbygale
Historical Usage
The name Abigail gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the Puritan era in the 17th century and has remained a classic name since.
Variants & Derivatives
Abigail, Abigael, Abby
Modern Popularity & Image
Abbygale is viewed as a modern, stylish variant of the traditional name Abigail and is often associated with a cheerful and lively character.
Famous People
Abby Wambach, Abigail Adams
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Abbygale"
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 "Abbygale"
"Abbygale" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14820th of 27321 | 41 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3708th of 35406 | 623 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8567th of 30306 | 150 |
Regional Popularity of "Abbygale" 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 "Abbygale" 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) |
- | - |
91.86% 4771st/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
94.98% 4352nd/4582 |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
48.48% 3545th/7313 |
69.90% 5217th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Abbygale"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Abbygale" 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.