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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Father's joy (a pet form of Abigail)
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- AB-ee
Abbie is a Hebrew name meaning "father's joy," a pet form of Abigail. It's pronounced AB-ee, and it gives you a short, friendly everyday name with the fuller Abigail waiting behind it if you'd like that option.
Meaning & Origin of Abbie
Meaning: Father's joy (a pet form of Abigail).
Origin: Hebrew.
How to Pronounce Abbie
AB-eeIPA /ˈæbi/
Popularity of Abbie
Abbie ranked #166 in 1881, with 81 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had slipped to #1617, with 128 babies, so it's a rare pick today.
Names Like Abbie
These names have followed a similar path to Abbie in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Abbie mean?
Father’s joy (a pet form of Abigail).
How do you pronounce Abbie?
Abbie is pronounced AB-ee (IPA: /ˈæbi/).
Is Abbie a popular name right now?
Abbie peaked at #166 in 1881 and is ranked #1617 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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