Abby
Abby: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈæb.i/
Meaning and origin of Abby
- A diminutive of the female given name Abigail, from Hebrew, also used as a formal given name.
- A diminutive of the male given name Albert, from the Germanic languages.
How popular is Abby?
Since 1880, 61,855 girls and 181 boys in the U.S. have been named Abby (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #163 in 2001. Its highest rank for boys was #2862 in 1947. In 2025 it ranked #731 for girls, with 379 babies given the name.
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Abby FAQ
What does the name Abby mean?
A diminutive of the female given name Abigail, from Hebrew, also used as a formal given name. A diminutive of the male given name Albert, from the Germanic languages.
How popular is the name Abby?
Since 1880, 61,855 girls and 181 boys in the U.S. have been named Abby (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #163 in 2001. Its highest rank for boys was #2862 in 1947. In 2025 it ranked #731 for girls, with 379 babies given the name.
Is Abby a boy or girl name?
Abby is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 61,855 girls and 181 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.