Find out how popular the first name Abigel has been for the last 13 years (from 2002 to 2014) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Abigel by gender

Based on the last 13 years of data, Abigel is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2014, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Abigel.

The history of the first name Abigel

The name Abigel traces its origins to the Hebrew language and culture, with its roots dating back to ancient times. It is a variant spelling of the biblical name Abigail, which means "father's joy" or "source of joy" in Hebrew.

The name Abigail is mentioned in the Old Testament of the Bible, where it refers to the wise and beautiful wife of Nabal, a wealthy landowner in Carmel. Her story is recounted in 1 Samuel 25, where she impresses David with her intelligence and diplomacy, preventing him from taking violent revenge on her husband. Abigail later becomes David's wife after Nabal's death.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Abigel can be found in medieval English records from the 13th century. During this time, the name was likely influenced by the biblical figure and gained popularity among Christian communities in Europe.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Abigel or its variant spellings. In the 17th century, Abigail Williams (1680–1692) was one of the initial accusers in the infamous Salem Witch Trials in colonial Massachusetts. Abigail Adams (1744–1818), the wife of John Adams, the second President of the United States, was a prominent figure in the American Revolution and an advocate for women's rights.

In the realm of literature, Abigail Masham (1670–1734) was a close friend and confidante of Queen Anne of Great Britain, and her life inspired Daniel Defoe's novel "The Fortunate Mistress." Abigail Fillmore (1798–1853) was the wife of Millard Fillmore, the 13th President of the United States, and is remembered for her advocacy of women's rights and education.

Abigel van Buren (1918–2013), better known by her pen name Abigail Van Buren, was an influential American advice columnist who wrote the long-running "Dear Abby" column for over five decades, providing guidance to millions of readers.

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