The nameAby
Aby is a short girl's name, rising in France.
- Girl's name
- Used in West Africa and in the English-speaking world
Meaning
Its meaning varies with the family. It is notably a diminutive of Abigail.
Origin
Used in West Africa and in the English-speaking world.
History
First given in France around 1980, Aby grew in the 2010s and peaked at the end of that decade, mostly in the Île-de-France region.
Popularity of the name Aby
Aby in France
Aby was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 460 births over the decade, 44% of all recorded babies named Aby. Its rise began around 1993, and it peaked in 2024. Half of all babies named Aby in France were born before 2016, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 57 births a year.
Variants and related names
Aby in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aby mean?
Its meaning varies with the family. It is notably a diminutive of Abigail.
What is the origin of the name Aby?
Used in West Africa and in the English-speaking world.
Is Aby a girl's or a boy's name?
Aby is a girl's name.
What are the variants of the name Aby?
Variants and related names of Aby include Abigail.