Abel vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abel

Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

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Abel Rank #220

Gideon Rank #332

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 vs #332 for Gideon.

Is Abel or Gideon more popular?

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Abel and Gideon mean?

Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Abel and Gideon boy or girl names?

Abel is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.