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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Servant of an abbot
- Origin
- English (occupational surname)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- AB-ut
Abbott is an English occupational surname, originally given to someone who served an abbot. If you're drawn to names with a clear working-class, medieval English root rather than a soft or decorative meaning, this one wears its history plainly on its sleeve.
Meaning & Origin of Abbott
Meaning: Servant of an abbot.
Origin: English (occupational surname).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Abbott
AB-utIPA /ˈæbət/
Popularity of Abbott
Abbott's highest point in Social Security data was #910 back in 1880, when 5 babies were given the name; by 2024 it had slipped to #3680, with 30 babies named Abbott that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Abbott mean?
Servant of an abbot. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Abbott?
Abbott is pronounced AB-ut (IPA: /ˈæbət/).
Is Abbott a popular name right now?
Abbott peaked at #910 in 1880 and is ranked #3680 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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