Abel vs Gavin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abel

Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #254 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"white hawk of battle"

Origin: Welsh

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Abel Rank #220

Gavin Rank #254

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 vs #254 for Gavin.

Is Abel or Gavin more popular?

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Abel and Gavin mean?

Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Abel and Gavin boy or girl names?

Abel is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.