Abel vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abel

Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #1,768 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"exalted brother"

Origin: Hebrew

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Abel Rank #220

Hiram Rank #1,768

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Is Abel or Hiram more popular?

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Abel and Hiram mean?

Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Abel and Hiram boy or girl names?

Abel is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.