Meaning and Origin of the Name Abbey
The meaning of Abbey is a nunnery, and it comes from the name Abigail, which means ‘joy of the father’.
It has been given to some notable people and was the title of a studio album by the Beetles. Abbey Road is familiar with fans of the band, and the name Abbey is special in part because of the popular album. It is a beautiful girl name that is easy to pronounce.
Popularity
The name Abbey was not one of the 100 most popular baby names in England in 2017 (or variations in its spelling). It is a familiar name, though, and even though the popularity of Abbey isn’t great, the name is still one that people will instantly recognise.
Variations in the Name
The spelling of Abbey versus Abby is another reason why the name is unique. Many girls have the name spelt without an E or have the full version of the name.
Famous People Called Abbey
Abby Clancy – The English model from Liverpool
A few people with Abbey as a first name are Abbey Lee, an Australian musician and model, and Abbey Clancy, an English model and TV personality.
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