Abby
Pronunciation: A-bee (key)
Origin of the name Abby:
Short form of Abigail, which is derived from the Hebrew avigayil (father of exaltation, father is rejoicing).
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Global Popularity of the Name Abby
- #79 in Scotland
- #83 in Australia (New South Wales)
- #93 in Ireland
- #96 in Australia (Victoria)
- #99 in Canada (Alberta)
- #153 in Canada (British Columbia)
- #259 in Canada (Quebec)
- #259 in United States
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