Abigail

Female

Meaning

Joy Of The Father

Origin

British

Pronunciation

/əˈbɪɡeɪl/

Traits associated with the name Abigail:

Dogs named Abigail tend to be loving, affectionate, and industrious. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, intelligence, empathy, and friendship.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Abigail?

That you have a fondness for classic, timeless names. Abigail is a name that has been around for centuries and is still popular today. It also suggests that you are a person who values loyalty and companionship, as Abigail is a name that is often associated with those qualities.

Is Abigail a good dog name?

Abigail has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. Abigail isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

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451
New York City Dog Name Database
665
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Abigail is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Abigail was, in the past month, the 4064th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Abigail is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Abigail was viewed 72 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Abigail's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Abigail is most adored in Maine, Idaho and Indiana.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Oregon, Oklahoma and Wyoming.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Abigail.

Most popular breeds named Abigail:

  1. Labrador Retriever
  2. German Shepherd
  3. Beagle
  4. Cocker Spaniel
  5. Basset Hound

Abigail is found in these categories:

british dog names
british

Popular in the UK, originates from Hebrew, means "father's joy".

country dog names
country

Abigail is often associated with rural, rustic charm and traditional Southern values.

posh dog names
posh

Hails from Hebrew royalty, synonymous with elegance in British literature.

old fashioned dog names
old-fashioned

Colonial roots and Little House on the Prairie vibes scream antiquity!

spanish dog names
spanish

Not directly linked, but used among Spanish speakers.

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Abigail dog name meaning

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