Gender: Unisex
Origin: English
Meaning: My Father Rejoices, Highborn, Steadfast, Father's Joy
Pronunciation: Abb-ee, /ˈæbi/, AE B IY
Popularity Rank: #7,626
Abbey is derived from the word 'abbey,' which refers to a monastery or convent. It can also be a short form of Abigail, meaning 'my father is joyful.' Abbey is a traditional and classic name suitable for both boys and girls.
The name Abbey is of English origin and means My Father Rejoices, Highborn, Steadfast, Father's Joy, Gives Joy, The Intelligent. It is often used as a Unisex name and is mostly used as a First Name.
Abbey is commonly found in United States of America, Nigeria, United Kingdom, and 62 more countries.
Phonetic Pronunciation: Abb-ee
IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet): /ˈæbi/
ARPAbet Phonetic Pronunciation: AE B IY
AE: Pronounce as in "cat" (K AE T)
B: Pronounce as in "big" (B IH G)
IY: Pronounce as in "see" (S IY)
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At NamesLook, the name Abbey is recorded 7,123 times globally, ranking it as the 7,626th most common name worldwide.
Abbey is most prevalent in United States of America, with 2,121 occurrences, making it the 1,715th most popular name in the country.
In United Kingdom, the name Abbey is found among 1 in every 315 people, showcasing its highest frequency there.
| Country | Rank | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| United States of America | #1,715 | 1 : 853 |
| Nigeria | #757 | 1 : 643 |
| United Kingdom | #779 | 1 : 315 |
| South Africa | #3,783 | 1 : 5,623 |
| Canada | #2,501 | 1 : 1,946 |
| Ireland | #1,094 | 1 : 756 |
| Ghana | #1,231 | 1 : 2,211 |
| Malaysia | #14,893 | 1 : 32,106 |
| Italy | #15,246 | 1 : 19,386 |
| United Arab Emirates | #11,725 | 1 : 19,512 |
This chart displays the ranking of the name Abbey from 1980 to 2023, based on the most recent data from the U.S. Social Security Administration.
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