My father is joy
Originally a diminutive of the Hebrew name Abigail, Abby has long stood alone as a friendly and approachable given name. It derives from the biblical 'Abigayil', meaning 'my father is joy' or 'source of joy'. It conveys a sense of warmth and simplicity that has made it a perennial favorite.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Olympic gold medalist and World Cup champion soccer player
American actress known for Falcon Crest
Forensic scientist on the TV series NCIS · NCIS
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