Holding steady.
Popularity of Abygayle since 1997
Babies named Abygayle per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 14 |
| 2000s | 94 |
| 2010s | 39 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Abygayle first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1997, placing it among modern respellings of traditional names. It peaked in usage in 2005, but has never ranked in the top 1,000, making it a rare choice. The trajectory of the name has been stable since its peak. As a variant of Abigail, it carries the Hebrew meaning 'my father is joy' and reflects the trend toward creative spellings in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. Despite its low frequency, the core name Abigail remains enduringly popular, giving Abygayle a familiar yet distinctive feel.
Abygayle is a modern English respelling of Abigail, an ancient Hebrew name from the Old Testament. Abigail was the wife of King David, described as intelligent and beautiful. The name has been consistently used in English-speaking countries, often appearing in various phonetic spellings since the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Abby, Abi, Gayle
Sibling names for Abygayle
Names that share Abygayle's style, for a brother or sister.
