Abie is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning "my father is the Lord" or "I am my father's daughter." It is a unisex name, used for both boys and girls, although it is more commonly associated with males. The name Abie is often short for Abigail or Abraham, popular names in Jewish culture.
The name Abie has a rich history dating back to biblical times. In the Old Testament, Abi was the father of Elkanah, the husband of Hannah, and the grandfather of Samuel the prophet. This association gives the name a strong biblical heritage.
Throughout history, there have been several notable figures with the name Abie or variations thereof. Abigail Adams, the wife of John Adams and the mother of John Quincy Adams, was an influential figure in American politics during the late 18th century. Abraham "Abie" Nathan, a famous Jewish-American vaudeville performer in the early 20th century, is another well-known Abie.
Today, the name Abie continues to be used, although it is less common than its longer forms, Abigail and Abraham. It remains a strong, heritage-rich name with deep biblical roots.
The name Abie appears to have been moderately popular during the early-to-mid 20th century, with a significant spike occurring between 1920 and 1924 where it averaged around 15 births per year. However, its usage has declined significantly since then, with fewer than 15 births recorded in each subsequent decade up until the most recent data from 2023. Despite this decrease in popularity, there have been a total of 711 children named Abie born over the course of these years.