Abigél – Name Meaning
The name Abigél is of Hebrew origin and is derived from the Hebrew word “Avigayil”, which means “father of joy”. It is a popular name in many countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. The name has been used for both boys and girls.
History and Origin
The name Abigél is derived from the Hebrew word “Avigayil”, which means “father of joy”. In the Bible, Avigayil was the wife of King David and mother of Absalom. She was known for her wisdom and courage. The name Abigél has been used as a given name since at least the 16th century.
Popularity
Abigél is a popular name in many countries around the world. In the United States, it ranked #1,845 in 2019 according to Social Security Administration data. In Canada, it ranked #1,919 in 2018 according to Statistics Canada data. In Australia, it ranked #1,717 in 2019 according to Australian Government data. In New Zealand, it ranked #1,837 in 2019 according to New Zealand Government data.
Famous People Named Abigél
There are several famous people who have been given the name Abigél. These include:
- Abigail Breslin – American actress
- Abigail Spencer – American actress
- Abigail Adams – First Lady of the United States
- Abigail Van Buren – American advice columnist
Variations of the Name
The name Abigél can also be spelled in various ways such as Abagail, Abbigail, Abbygail or Abbigale. There are also variations on the spelling such as Abigaile or Abigaill.
