Abaigail
A girl's name of Hebrew origin with 10 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Abaigail peaked during the Gen Z era, when 5 babies received this name in a single year (2006). That era was defined by globally influenced, diversity-driven naming, and Abaigail has a more concentrated history, reflecting a specific cultural moment rather than a broad generational wave.
Abaigail is not in the current top 1,000 girl names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Abaigail is a girl's baby name of Hebrew origin, an alternate spelling of Abigail, meaning 'my father is joyful.' A timeless name dressed in a slightly unusual spelling.
EtymologyShow more
Phonetically, Abaigail belongs to a cluster of names characterized by their sharp, distinct ending — ending on a consonant gives it a firm, clear close. At three syllables, it has a three-beat flow that carries a sense of formality and completeness.
Within the Hebrew naming tradition, names with similar sound structures often share underlying etymological patterns. Exploring Hebrew names on this site may surface connections that illuminate Abaigail’s linguistic neighborhood.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Abaigail has 2+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2006.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | — |
| 2000s | 5 | — |
The Story of Abaigail
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2006, Abaigail is a name that defines a generation. Girls named Abaigail are most likely born between 2006 and 2011.
How rare is Abaigail?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Abaigail is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2006, peaked in the 2000s with 5 births that decade, and continues to thrive.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(2 years, 2006–2011)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 5 | #16775 |
| 2006 | 5 | #17181 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2006–2011