Abegail
About Abegail
Abegail is a feminine name that represents a variant spelling of Abigail, which has Hebrew origins meaning "father's joy" or "source of joy." This alternative spelling adds a distinctive touch while maintaining the name's traditional pronunciation. The original Abigail appears in the Old Testament as King David's wise and beautiful wife. While less common than the standard spelling, Abegail offers a unique twist that some parents prefer for its distinctive appearance. The name carries associations with intelligence, beauty, and resourcefulness from its biblical roots. Abegail has never reached the same popularity heights as Abigail but appeals to parents seeking familiar names with unique spellings.
Pronounced AB-uh-gayl.
As of October 2026, Abegail ranked #12454 in US births in 2019 SSA, peaked at #3665 in 2000.
AI-written. Reviewed by Sophie Kihm
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |