Abel vs August

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abel

Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #88 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"great, magnificent"

Origin: Latin (augustus)

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Abel Rank #220

August Rank #88

August is more popular, ranked #88 vs #220 for Abel.

Is Abel or August more popular?

August is more popular, ranked #88 compared to Abel at #220 in the United States.

What do Abel and August mean?

Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin). August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin).

Are Abel and August boy or girl names?

Abel is primarily a boy name. August is primarily a boy name.