Abbi

Abbi is a feminine given name, commonly a diminutive of Abigail but also used independently. The given name Abigail comes from the Hebrew Avigail, typically interpreted as "my father is joy" or "father of joy," and Abbi has emerged as a standalone form in modern usage. In English-speaking countries, Abbi and its variants—Abi, Abbie, Abby—are used for girls, with Abbi often chosen as a contemporary spelling.

The name’s popularity has varied by region and era, with Abbi becoming more common as a standalone form in recent decades, particularly in the United States and the United Kingdom. It remains closely associated with the longer name Abigail but is often adopted for its concise, modern sound.

Notable people named Abbi include Abbi Jacobson (born 1984), an American comedian, actress, and writer who co-created and stars in the television series Broad City. Abbi Glines (born 1977) is an American author known for young adult and new adult romance novels, including the Sea Breeze and Rosemary Beach series. The name also appears in fiction and media as a straightforward, approachable option for female characters, reflecting its continued appeal as a shortened form of Abigail.