Declining since 2014, #9,714 for boys today.
Popularity of Abijah since 1977
Babies named Abijah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 0 | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 | 21 |
| 1990s | 5 | 29 |
| 2000s | 17 | 112 |
| 2010s | 42 | 120 |
| 2020s | 10 | 60 |
Meaning & origin
Abijah is a biblical name of Hebrew origin meaning 'Yahweh is my father,' and it has been used in the United States since at least the 1970s. The name first appeared in Social Security records in 1977 and has seen modest usage, with its peak in 2013. Since 2014, however, its popularity has been declining. The name is primarily given to boys, with an adoption rate of roughly 1 in 244,000 in 2025. Abijah has never been widespread, but it maintains a steady presence among families seeking a distinctive yet deeply rooted biblical choice.
Abijah is a Hebrew name from אֲבִיָּה (Aviyah), meaning 'Yahweh is my father.' In the Hebrew Bible, Abijah is a masculine name borne by several figures, including a king of Judah and a son of Samuel. The name was historically used among English Puritans in the 17th century and has seen limited modern revival, often chosen for its strong biblical roots.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Abe, Abi
Sibling names for Abijah
Names that share Abijah's style, for a brother or sister.
