Boy name guide

Abel name meaning, origin and style

Abel name meaning: breath; vapour. Explore its origin, pronunciation and related names below.

Choosing Abel

A spare biblical classic whose gentler sound distinguishes it from more forceful short names.

Popularity changes over time and by place. For current United States birth-name data, consult the Social Security Administration’s annual name statistics.

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