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Avigayil
Pronounced ah-vee-GAH-yil /ˌɑ.viˈɡɑ.jɪl/Medium
Meaning: Hebrew form of Abigail — from Avigayil, 'my father's joy; the father rejoices'Medium
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History & Origin
Avigayil is the Hebrew form of Abigail — from Avigayil, 'my father's joy; the father rejoices' (from avi, 'my father', plus gil, 'joy'). A wise and beautiful wife of King David. A devout, warm, traditional name in Jewish and Israeli families (said 'ah-vee-GAH-yil').
In the U.S. it appears in Jewish families. Rare, my-father's-joy at the root, and traditional.
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What does the name Avigayil mean?
Avigayil is the Hebrew Abigail — 'my father's joy; the father rejoices'.
How do you pronounce Avigayil?
It's said ah-vee-GAH-yil /ˌɑ.viˈɡɑ.jɪl/ — four syllables, stress on the third.
Is Avigayil a boy or girl name?
Avigayil is a girl's name.
How popular is Avigayil?
Avigayil is a rare name, used in Jewish communities.