Abel vs Anthony

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abel

Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #44 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"Priceless; of inestimable worth"

Origin: Latin

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Abel Rank #220

Anthony Rank #44

Anthony is more popular, ranked #44 vs #220 for Abel.

Is Abel or Anthony more popular?

Anthony is more popular, ranked #44 compared to Abel at #220 in the United States.

What do Abel and Anthony mean?

Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin). Anthony means "Priceless; of inestimable worth" (Latin origin).

Are Abel and Anthony boy or girl names?

Abel is primarily a boy name. Anthony is primarily a boy name.