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Abilene

♀ Girl

Pronounced AB-ih-leen /ˈæb.ɪ.ˌlin/Medium

Meaning: Meadow, grassy areaMedium

In 30 seconds: Abilene is a girl's name meaning 'meadow, grassy area,' drawn from varied sources.
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Origin MediumVarious
MeaningMeadow, grassy area
U.S. rank (2024)#1934 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births102 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,583

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202419642024

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

The name carries the meaning 'meadow, grassy area,' evoking open green land. Its origins are noted simply as various, so it is best taken as a place-style name with that pastoral sense rather than from one fixed language. Abilene is also recognizable as an American place name, which reinforces its grassy, open-country feel.

With its three flowing syllables, Abilene has a soft, melodic sound. No spelling variations or notable bearers are recorded in the data here.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Abilene is 'meadow, grassy area', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 78%
Behind the Name - Abilene — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Abilene mean?

Abilene is usually explained as meaning 'meadow, grassy area' and is most often linked with Various tradition.

How do you pronounce Abilene?

It's commonly said AB-ih-leen /ˈæb.ɪ.ˌlin/.

Is Abilene a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Abilene is used as a girl name.

How popular is Abilene?

In 2024, Abilene ranked #1934 in the U.S. for girls, with 102 births recorded.

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