Abel vs Connor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abel

Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #136 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of hounds"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Abel Rank #220

Connor Rank #136

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 vs #220 for Abel.

Is Abel or Connor more popular?

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 compared to Abel at #220 in the United States.

What do Abel and Connor mean?

Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin). Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Abel and Connor boy or girl names?

Abel is primarily a boy name. Connor is primarily a boy name.