Abel vs Augustus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abel

Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #409 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"favored by the gods"

Origin: Latin

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Abel Rank #220

Augustus Rank #409

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 vs #409 for Augustus.

Is Abel or Augustus more popular?

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 compared to Augustus at #409 in the United States.

What do Abel and Augustus mean?

Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin). Augustus means "favored by the gods" (Latin origin).

Are Abel and Augustus boy or girl names?

Abel is primarily a boy name. Augustus is primarily a boy name.