Abygail
Abygail is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
My father is joy.
Origin and history
Abygail is a modern spelling variant of the classic Hebrew name Abigail. It translates to 'my father is joy' or 'fount of joy.' In the United States, it serves as a less common alternative spelling to the traditional biblical name.
Popularity in the United States
2,860 babies in the United States have been named Abygail since 1880. It ranks #3314 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1937.
States where it is most popular
- CA (28.6 %)
- TX (26.9 %)
- FL (8.7 %)
- IL (4.6 %)
- NY (4.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 22 |
| 1990-2000 | 281 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,273 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,115 |
| 2020-2029 | 164 |
Nicknames
Abby, Abbie, Gail
Fun facts
- Abygail uses the letter 'y' in place of 'i' to give the traditional name Abigail a contemporary look while keeping the sound identical.
- The original name Abigail was borne by the wife of King David in the Hebrew Bible, admired for her intellect and character.