Declining since 2010, #6,546 for girls today.
Popularity of Abbygail since 1982
Babies named Abbygail per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 33 |
| 1990s | 370 |
| 2000s | 1,671 |
| 2010s | 1,398 |
| 2020s | 161 |
Meaning & origin
Abbygail is a modern spelling variant of the classic biblical name Abigail. First recorded in the United States in 1982, it saw its peak popularity in 2009 before entering a gradual decline. By 2025, it ranked 6,546 nationally, with about 1 in 94,545 newborns receiving the name. The name is most commonly found in Texas among its top states. While the standard spelling Abigail remains far more common, Abbygail attracts parents looking for a distinctive phonetic twist on a traditional favorite, often to emphasize the familiar nicknames Abby or Gail.
Abbygail is a modern spelling variant of Abigail, a name from the Hebrew Avigail, meaning 'my father is joy.' In the Old Testament, Abigail was the wise and beautiful wife of King David. The spelling with 'y' emerged in the late 20th century as part of a trend toward alternative spellings of traditional names.
Where Abbygail is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Abby, Abbie, Gail, Gayle
Sibling names for Abbygail
Names that share Abbygail's style, for a brother or sister.
