Rising since 1985, #4,987 for girls today.
Popularity of Avigayil since 1984
Babies named Avigayil per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 18 |
| 1990s | 96 |
| 2000s | 185 |
| 2010s | 225 |
| 2020s | 135 |
Meaning & origin
Avigayil is a Hebrew variant of Abigail, a name of biblical origin that has seen consistent use among Jewish families in the United States. First recorded in U.S. data in 1984, the name has been gradually rising in popularity, with a peak in 2022. In 2025, it ranked 4,987th, with an estimated 1 in 61,818 baby girls receiving the name. Its popularity is most concentrated in New Jersey and New York, reflecting its strong ties to Orthodox Jewish communities. The name's etymology is straightforward: from the Hebrew elements 'av' (father) and 'gilah' (joy), together meaning "my father is joy." Avigayil remains a distinct spelling choice that honors the original Hebrew form while standing apart from the more common Abigail.
Avigayil is the Hebrew form of Abigail, derived from the elements 'av' meaning "father" and 'gilah' meaning "joy" or "rejoicing." In the Hebrew Bible, Avigayil was the wife of Nabal and later David, known for her wisdom and beauty. The spelling Avigayil has been used in Jewish communities for centuries and remains a modern variant, particularly popular in the United States since the 1980s.
Where Avigayil is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Avi, Gail, Gayil
Sibling names for Avigayil
Names that share Avigayil's style, for a brother or sister.
