My father is joy
A short form of the Hebrew name Abigail, meaning 'my father is joy' or 'source of joy.' In the Old Testament, Abi was also the name of the mother of King Hezekiah. It is often used as a standalone name in modern times, offering a minimalist alternative to the classic Abigail.
Less common today
Abi isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,043 in 2016.
English actress and television personality
English singer-songwriter and X Factor contestant
Long-running character in the British soap opera EastEnders · EastEnders
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
