Abby
Abby is a Christian girl name of Hebrew, via English origin, meaning “My father is joy”.
| Meaning | My father is joy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew, via English |
| Pronunciation | AB-ee |
| Tradition | Christian, Jewish |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia |
Meaning and origin of Abby
Abby is a short form of Abigail, from the Hebrew Avigayil, usually translated 'my father is joy' or 'source of joy'. It has been used as an independent name in English since at least the eighteenth century. Famous bearers include the advice columnist Abigail Van Buren, known as 'Dear Abby', and the US soccer player Abby Wambach.
Is Abby a Christian name?
Abby comes from the biblical Abigail, wife of King David, described in 1 Samuel 25 as wise and beautiful. It is used today mainly as a friendly English name, without strong religious overtones.
How popular is Abby?
Common in English-speaking countries, both on its own and as a nickname for Abigail.
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Spellings and variants of Abby
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abby mean?
Abby means 'My father is joy'. It is of Hebrew, via English origin.
Is Abby a Christian name?
Abby comes from the biblical Abigail, wife of King David, described in 1 Samuel 25 as wise and beautiful. It is used today mainly as a friendly English name, without strong religious overtones.
How do you pronounce Abby?
Abby is pronounced AB-ee.
Is Abby a boy or girl name?
Abby is usually a girl name.