My father is joy
A diminutive of Abigail, which is derived from the Hebrew name Avigayil. It traditionally translates to 'my father is joy' or 'father's joy,' referring to God as the father. While often used as a nickname, it has a long history of standing alone as a given name.
Less common today
Abbie isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #513 in 2001.
Australian actress known for 'Bright Star'
American social and political activist
Heroic 19th-century lighthouse keeper
Police lieutenant and witness · Sleepy Hollow
American composer of choral music
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
