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Abigael

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Pronounced AB-ih-gayl /ˈæb.ɪ.ɡeɪl/High

Meaning: Variant spelling of Abigail — Hebrew Avigayil, 'my father is joy' — King David's wise wifeHigh

In 30 seconds: Joy of her father, antique-spelled: Abigael gives the wise biblical Abigail an old-manuscript look. Same gladness at the root, fresh-vintage on the page.
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Origin HighHebrew
MeaningVariant spelling of Abigail — Hebrew Avigayil, 'my father is joy' — King David's wise wife
U.S. rank (2025)#5555 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births22 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2009
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,959

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200919802025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Abigael is a variant spelling of Abigail — Hebrew Avigayil, 'my father is joy' — the quick-witted wife of King David. The -ael ending appears in older European records, lending this form an antique elegance.

It registers thinly beside the classic. Rare, joy at the root, and vintage-lettered.

Did you know? Abigail of the Bible talked King David out of a rash slaughter with wit and grace — Scripture's smooth diplomat — and her name means 'my father rejoices'.
Overall data confidence 85%
Behind the Name — Abigail — root etymology

Variations

AbigailAbigayleAbigale

Nicknames

AbbyGael

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Abigael mean?

Abigael is a spelling of Abigail, Hebrew for 'my father is joy'.

How do you pronounce Abigael?

It's said AB-ih-gayl /ˈæb.ɪ.ɡeɪl/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Abigael a boy or girl name?

Abigael is a girl's name.

How popular is Abigael?

Abigael is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Abigail is far more common.

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