Abel: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Breath, a tender name carrying gentleness and pure-hearted innocence.
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #181
- Peak
- #124 in 2015
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Abel Means
Abel is a boy name of Hebrew origin. Breath, a tender name carrying gentleness and pure-hearted innocence.
How Popular Abel Is
Abel currently ranks #181 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #124 in 2015. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Abel
- Abel peaked at #124 in the U.S. in 2015.
- Abel is a name with deep biblical and Jewish roots.
- It has strong biblical roots and enduring spiritual significance.
Names Like Abel
Other Hebrew names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Abel
Hebrew names that pair well as a brother or sister to Abel.
Questions About Abel
What does Abel mean?
Abel is a boy name of Hebrew origin. Breath, a tender name carrying gentleness and pure-hearted innocence.
How popular is Abel?
Abel currently ranks #181 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #124 in 2015. It has held steady.
Where does Abel come from?
Abel comes from Hebrew roots. Abel peaked at #124 in the U.S. in 2015.
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