Abigail
Abigail is a Christian girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning “My father is joy”.
| Meaning | My father is joy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | אֲבִיגַיִל |
| Pronunciation | AB-ih-gayl |
| Tradition | Christian, Jewish |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia |
Meaning and origin of Abigail
Abigail comes from the Hebrew Avigayil, usually translated 'my father is joy' or 'my father rejoices'. In 1 Samuel 25 Abigail is a wise and resourceful woman who prevents David from taking revenge on her foolish husband Nabal, and later becomes David's wife. The name was taken up by English Puritans in the seventeenth century and has been popular again since the 1990s.
Is Abigail a Christian name?
Abigail is a biblical name, borne by a wife of King David in the books of Samuel. It is used by both Christian and Jewish families.
How popular is Abigail?
One of the more popular girls' names in English-speaking countries in recent decades.
Gifts with the name Abigail
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abigail mean?
Abigail means 'My father is joy'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Abigail a Christian name?
Abigail is a biblical name, borne by a wife of King David in the books of Samuel. It is used by both Christian and Jewish families.
How do you pronounce Abigail?
Abigail is pronounced AB-ih-gayl.
Is Abigail a boy or girl name?
Abigail is usually a girl name.