Abilene Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Abilene is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'meadow'. It has evolved through various languages, including Latin and Greek, and is associated with a biblical region. It gained popularity in the 19th century in the United States and is seen as a charming name today. The name has notable biblical relevance and is linked to figures in literature and activism.
The name Abilene is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha 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, Abilene has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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 South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Abilene' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7589th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4020th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2490th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Abilene' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Abilene"
Pronunciation
/ˈæb.ɪ.liːn/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Abilene is derived from the Hebrew word 'Avel', which means 'meadow' or 'grassy area'. It is also associated with a town mentioned in the New Testament.
Meaning
meadow
Language Evolution
Hebrew: אֲבֵל, Latin: Abilena, Greek: Ἀβιλήνη
Biblical Background
Abilene is mentioned in the New Testament as the region where John the Baptist began his ministry.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in the United States, as towns and cities were named after the biblical location.
Variants & Derivatives
Abilena, Abby, Abe
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Abilene is often seen as a charming and unique name, evoking a sense of nature and tranquility.
Famous People
Abilene Williams, a noted American author, Abilene O'Connor, a prominent activist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Abilene"
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 "Abilene"
"Abilene" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7589th of 27321 | 151 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4020th of 35406 | 554 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2490th of 30306 | 873 |
Regional Popularity of "Abilene" 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 "Abilene" 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) |
- | - |
83.13% 4318th/5194 |
54.55% 3446th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
49.84% 3645th/7313 |
45.36% 3385th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
93.17% 3712th/3984 |
- |
34.15% 2330th/6822 |
50.33% 3159th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Abilene"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Abilene" 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.