Abigail
Female name · ★ Classic
133,076
Total Births
2003
Peak Year
#31
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Abigail
Abigail is a classic female name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 133,076 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 2000s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 223 births |
| 1890s | 123 births |
| 1900s | 69 births |
| 1930s | 22 births |
| 1940s | 101 births |
| 1950s | 666 births |
| 1960s | 942 births |
| 1970s | 2,636 births |
| 1980s | 7,986 births |
| 1990s | 28,197 births |
| 2000s | 55,400 births |
| 2010s | 30,507 births |
| 2020s | 6,204 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Abigail?
Abigail has been given to 133,076 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 2003 with 6,086 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #31.
Is Abigail a boy or girl name?
Abigail is primarily used as a female name in the United States.
When was Abigail most popular?
Abigail was most popular in 2003, when 6,086 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Abigail?
Abigail first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).