Abel vs Ellis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abel

Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #273 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"benevolent, kind"

Origin: Welsh from Hebrew Elijah

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Abel Rank #220

Ellis Rank #273

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 vs #273 for Ellis.

Is Abel or Ellis more popular?

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 compared to Ellis at #273 in the United States.

What do Abel and Ellis mean?

Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin). Ellis means "benevolent, kind" (Welsh from Hebrew Elijah origin).

Are Abel and Ellis boy or girl names?

Abel is primarily a boy name. Ellis is primarily a boy name.