Father of exaltation; joyful
Abbe is a diminutive form of Abigail, a Hebrew name meaning 'my father is joy'. It is also used as a variation of the Germanic name Abbey, which relates to a religious residence or 'father'. While rare as a standalone name today, it carries a sense of historical depth and familial happiness.
Less common today
Abbe isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,758 in 1990.
American singer and actress popular in the 1950s
Australian singer-songwriter and musician
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
