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Abby

Girl

Hebrew origin ยท /AB-ee/ ยท modern

Meaning: Father's joy or source of joy.

Popularity 72/1002 syllablesโ†“ Falling

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Today, Abby is a popular, familiar name (popularity 72/100).

It is less common today than at its historical peak.

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Abby is a diminutive form of the name Abigail, which originates from the Hebrew name ืึฒื‘ึดื™ื’ึทื™ึดืœ (Avigayil), meaning 'father's joy' or 'source of joy'. The name has been used in English-speaking countries since the Protestant Reformation and remains popular due to its simplicity and cheerful meaning.

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