Aby

Diminutive of Abigail

"my father is joyful"

Aby Origin and Meaning

The name Aby is a girl's name.

Aby is a feminine name with multiple origins and meanings. It can be a short form of Abigail, which has Hebrew roots meaning 'father's joy,' or it might derive from Abraham, meaning 'father of many.' In some contexts, it may be related to the Latin 'apis' meaning 'bee.' Aby has a sweet, simple quality with its two-syllable structure and soft ending sound. Unlike the more common spelling 'Abby,' this version offers a slightly more distinctive alternative while maintaining familiar pronunciation. The name has never been highly ranked in popularity charts but maintains steady usage as both a nickname and standalone name. Its brevity and friendly sound make it appealing to parents seeking a name that is approachable yet not overly common.

Famous People Named Aby

• Abigail "Aby" Palmares Maraño Filipina volleyball player
• Abigail "Aby" King English children's novelist
• Aby Moritz Warburg German male art historian
• Aby J. Rosen German,American male real estate developer
• Aby Tom Cyriac Indian male composer
• Aby John Vanuatuan male cricketer