Name Detail
Abigail
father's joy
Female
Modern american / American / Contemporary U.S. / English-American / United States / Colonial America
3 syllables
0 popularity
0 favorites
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Full Name Detail
Name
Abigail
Origin
Modern american / American / Contemporary U.S. / English-American / United States / Colonial America
Gender
Female
Meaning
father's joy
Detailed Meaning
This name feels friendly and approachable in American settings. It's a classic that remains fresh and appealing.
Classic yet fresh, this name feels warm and affectionate. It carries a sense of joy and warmth that resonates with modern American families.
Classic yet fresh, this name feels warm and affectionate. It carries a sense of joy and warmth that resonates with modern American families.
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Syllable Breakdown
1. ab (prefix)
2. i (middle)
3. gail (suffix)
This breakdown helps explain how the final name is built and why it sounds the way it does.
Abigail Name Meaning and Style
Abigail is a female name of Modern american / American / Contemporary U.S. / English-American / United States / Colonial America origin, meaning father's joy.
It appears in the American, Baby Girl, Cheerful name collections and has 3 syllables. Browse the related Modern american / American / Contemporary U.S. / English-American / United States / Colonial America names below for alternatives with a similar background.
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