Abbi is an appealing and modern unisex name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'father'. It has gained popularity as a short form for both Abigail (Hebrew) and Abner (Scottish). In recent years, it has been increasingly used independently, lending it a fresh and contemporary feel.
Abbi has seen its popularity fluctuate greatly over the years, with a peak of 100 births in 2003 and a recent low of 7 births in 2023. The name's usage has generally declined since around 2005, with fewer than 50 births per year occurring since then. Overall, Abbi has been given to 2068 babies between 1957 and 2023.