Abbie

Meaning

Father's joy or a place of religious community.

Etymology

Abbie is a diminutive form of Abigail, derived from the Hebrew 'Avigayil' meaning 'father's joy.' The spelling variant reflects informal English naming conventions and became an independent name in modern usage.

About the Name Abbie

Abbie is a popular contemporary spelling of the diminutive form of Abigail. The name is widely used in English-speaking countries and has become established as an independent given name.

Notable Bearers

Historical People Named Abbie