Abbie - girls name

Abbie name popularity, meaning and origin

Name Popularity: 85%

Abbie name meaning:

The name Abbie is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. It is derived from the name Abigail, which means "my father's joy" or "father's delight." Abigail is a biblical name found in the Old Testament, most notably as the wife of King David in the Bible.

The name Abbie carries with it positive connotations of happiness, joy, and delight. It signifies a sense of being cherished and loved, as the name reflects a father's adoration for his daughter. It is a name that exudes warmth, affection, and a sense of belonging.

In addition to its biblical roots, Abbie has gained popularity as an independent name in modern times. It is often chosen for its simplicity and its ability to sound both sweet and strong. The name Abbie can be seen as a reflection of a girl who brings happiness and joy to the lives of those around her, embodying the qualities of love and delight that her name denotes.

Origin:

Diminutive of Abigail: Father rejoiced, or father's joy. Gives joy. The intelligent, beautiful Abigail was Old Testament King David's third wife, described as "good in discretion and beautiful in form.","Hebrew

Related names

Abigail , Abbey , Abbie , Abby , Abiageal, Gobinet, Gobnait, Gobnat, Gubnat

Other girls names beginning with A

Statistics

Overall UK ranking: 860 out of 5581

41 recorded births last year

Change in rank

  • 10yrs

    -702
  • 5yrs

    -481
  • 1yr

    267

    Regional popularity

    Ranking for this name in various UK regions

  • Scotland (164)

Historical popularity of Abbie

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