Declining since 2005.
Popularity of Abigaile since 1989
Babies named Abigaile per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 111 |
| 2000s | 323 |
| 2010s | 153 |
| 2020s | 21 |
Meaning & origin
Abigaile is a modern respelling of the classic name Abigail. First recorded in the United States in 1989, the name saw its highest usage in 2006, though it has never reached the top 1000. Its usage has been falling steadily since 2005. As a creative variant, it appeals to parents who want the familiar sound of Abigail with a distinctive spelling. The name does not appear in the top baby name lists of any state, indicating it remains a rare choice nationwide.
Abigaile is a modern respelling of Abigail, an English name derived from the Hebrew name Avigail, meaning 'my father is joy.' In the Hebrew Bible, Abigail was the wise and beautiful wife of King David. The name has been used in English since the Protestant Reformation, with the spelling Abigaile appearing as a creative variant in late 20th-century America.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Abby, Abi, Gail
Sibling names for Abigaile
Names that share Abigaile's style, for a brother or sister.
