Abagail

Meaning of Abagail

This name means "father of exaltation" or "father of joy." It's often interpreted as a father who is proud and happy about his child.

Abagail has Hebrew roots — browse every Hebrew baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Abagail

After ranking as high as #868 in 2008, Abagail has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Abagail

• Abigail Adams
  Second First Lady of the US
• Abigail Breslin
  Oscar-nominated actress, Little Miss Sunshine
• Abigail Spencer
  Actress, Suits and Timeless
• Abigail Johnson
  CEO of Fidelity Investments
• Abigail Cowen
  Actress, Fate: The Winx Saga

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Questions about the name Abagail

What does the name Abagail mean?

Abagail means this name means "father of exaltation" or "father of joy." it's often interpreted as a father who is proud and happy about his child, and it comes from Hebrew origins.

Is Abagail a boy's or a girl's name?

Abagail is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Abagail?

Abagail did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Abagail most popular?

Abagail peaked at #868 in 2008.