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Abba

Boy name

Abba has been given to 107 babies in the U.S. since 1924. It peaked in 2025. In 2025, about 1 in 155,280 boys was named Abba.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

107

Peak year

2025 (16 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1924

10-year trend

▲ +220%

Gender split

15% girls / 85% boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Abba — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Names with a similar vibe

Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Abba.

Sibling name ideas for Abba

Same era and popularity as Abba, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.

FAQ

How popular is the name Abba?

Abba has been given to 107 babies in the U.S. since 1924. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Abba peak?

Abba peaked in 2025, when 16 babies were given the name.

Is Abba a girl or boy name?

Abba is primarily a boy name (85% of babies named Abba are boys).

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