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Abigale
Pronounced AB-ih-gayl /ˈæb.ɪ.ɡeɪl/High
Meaning: -gale spelling of Abigail — from Hebrew Avigayil, 'my father is joy; father of exaltation'Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Abigale is a -gale spelling of Abigail — from Hebrew Avigayil, 'my father is joy; father of exaltation' (the wise and beautiful wife of King David). A classic, sweet name; the -gale styling personalizes it (nickname Abby).
It registers thinly beside Abigail. Rare, my-father-is-joy at the root, and classic.
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What does the name Abigale mean?
Abigale spells Abigail — Hebrew 'my father is joy; father of exaltation'.
How do you pronounce Abigale?
It's said AB-ih-gayl /ˈæb.ɪ.ɡeɪl/ — three syllables, stress on the first.
Is Abigale a boy or girl name?
Abigale is a girl's name.
How popular is Abigale?
Abigale is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Abigail is more common.