Abigail
girl name#41 in 2025Abigail entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #4 in 2005, ranks #41 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#41
rank today
#4
peak (2005)
4,941
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #588 |
| 1890s | #898 |
| 1900s | #1049 |
| 1910s | #1236 |
| 1920s | #1431 |
| 1930s | #1231 |
| 1940s | #1030 |
| 1950s | #731 |
| 1960s | #644 |
| 1970s | #364 |
| 1980s | #144 |
| 1990s | #51 |
| 2000s | #8 |
| 2010s | #8 |
| 2020s | #26 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Abigail has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 407,000 people named Abigail are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Abigail alive today was born around 2007, making them about 18 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Abigail in 2025?
- Abigail ranks #41 among US girl names in 2025, with 4,941 babies given the name.
- When was the name Abigail most popular?
- Abigail peaked in 2005, reaching #4 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Abigail with classmates?
- Abigail will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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