Abbey name meaning

✍  Updated on: March 5th, 2023
Gender: Girl
Origin: Hebrew
Usage: English, Finnish, Swedish and Danish
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Abbey a(b)-bey
Meaning: My Father Rejoices
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What does Abbey mean?

Popular unisex name Abbey is of Hebrew origin used primarily in English, Finnish, Swedish and Danish languages, Abbey means "Joy of My Father". Abbey is Irish and English equivalent of Abigail.

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How do I pronounce Abbey?

The most common way to pronounce two syllabled Abbey is a(b)-bey.

Variants of Abbey

Abigajil, Abbe, Abraham, Abby, Abi, Abigail, Abigael, Abagale, Abaigael, Abrigail, Abigailgrace, Aapo, Avraham, Abbi, Abegaelle, Gobnait, Abbagale, Abagael, Abriel

Names that rhyme with Abbey

How popular is the name Abbey?

Abbey was among the popular names in United States. Since emerging in 1914 around 17238 babies have been given the given name. At the peak of its usage in 1999, it ranked 392nd when 710 parents chose the moniker for their baby girls.

However the graph is now showing a downward trend after 88 years. Moreover, the given name has been to the top 500 baby names 14 times Abbey is common in England and Wales where over 2837 new-borns have been given the name since 1996.

When at its peak in 1997, it ranked 165th when 274 parents chose the moniker for their baby girls. Also, Abbey was a common name in New South Wales. Over 1917 babies have been named Abbey since 1996.

At the peak of its usage in 2002,. After 15 years of usage, the name has fallen out of the charts. Also, In Victoria, Abbey was once a common name since emerging in 2008 it has been given to over 257 babies.

At the peak of its usage in 2008,. After 3 years of usage, the name has fallen out of the charts.

Abbey is a familiar baby name in Ireland, it has been in use since 1992 and was able to reach the top 200 names.

In 2004, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 105 on girl names chart when 59 babies were given the name Abbey. There are over 681 babies that have been given the name Abbey in Ireland.

Also, in Queensland, the name has been in use since 1997 and has secured the place in top 100 names. In 2002, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 37 on girl names chart when 99 babies were given the name Abbey.

Over 1012 babies in Queensland have been named Abbey.

Abbey is a common name in Nigeria, Ghana, Uganda, Togo, England and Australia while somewhat familiar name in Canada, South Africa, Kenya, Philippines, New Zealand, Poland and Ivory Coast.

At least, 30000 people around the globe have been given the name as per our research.

YearBoysGirls
RankBirthsRankBirths
2018262765
2017206094
20161578139
20151415163
20141440157
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Abbey in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands057021
Sweden7362
Norway7366
Denmark7080

What numerology tells about Abbey?

You are self-reliant, self-motivated and persistent. If you have the letter A as your cornerstone, you are a born leader who likes to have control over everything. Believe it or not, people's stupidity and superficial attitude towards life can inspire you like nothing else can. You are also the craziest, most determinate and strong-willed one in your surroundings. You have a sharp focus and nothing slips your eye.

Other names similar to Abbey, for would be parents

  •  Terra - Used largely in Italian and Hindi darling, Terra aimed at both boys and girls, Terra means "Land or Earth" is of Japanese and Latin origin. In 1985, preeminent name Terra bagged 457th position on baby girl names chart in United States
  •  Abner - Famed and All time favorite boy name Abner means "Father of Lights or Niyr", used particulary in English and Assamese is originated from Hebrew
  •  Wilhelmina - Eternal and Widespread Wilhelmina is used largely in Norwegian and Danish, Wilhelmina means "Will or Helmet, Will Helmet or Desire" is of Old High German and Germanic origin is a gender-neutral name
  •  Tierra - Tierra's meaning is Earth or Land used for both genders and is used particulary in Spanish has its origin in Latin and English
  •  Jannie - Jannie's meaning is God is Gracious or Merciful has its origin in Hebrew is a unisex name is mostly used in English and Swedish
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Middle names for Abbey

Below are favorite and adventuresome middle names we think go particularly well with Abbey:

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Sibling Names for Abbey

Welcome to the Abbey sibling list! Here you can find the perfect name to complement your baby's name "Abbey". Some of these popular names are traditional while others are creative and unique. Whether you're looking for a classic pairing or something more modern, you'll find it here.

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Famous people named Abbey

  • Abbey DiGregorio, American actress
  • Abbey Lincoln, African-American jazz vocalist, songwriter
  • Abbey Simon, American concert pianist, teacher
  • Abbey Clancy, English lingerie and catwalk model and television personality
  • Abbey Scott in Stripped as Actress
  • Abbey Wade in Summer Catch as Actress
  • Abbey Finch in Wingmen Incorporated as Actress
  • Abbey Bako in as
  • Abbey Monnin in Oracabessa as Actress
  • Abbey Wilson in Episode #3.12 as
  • Abbey-May Wakefield in 30 Days of Night as Actress
  • Abbey Aziz in A Chronicle of Tahrir Square as Actress
  • Abbey Brooks in Pirates II: Stagnetti's Revenge as Actress
  • Abbey Gale acted in video Precious Metal Volume 1
  • In 2006 comedy and drama flick, Death of Seasons, Abbey Healey characterized Colleen.

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