Abel vs Ismael

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abel

Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #234 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"God will hear"

Origin: Hebrew

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Abel Rank #220

Ismael Rank #234

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 vs #234 for Ismael.

Is Abel or Ismael more popular?

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 compared to Ismael at #234 in the United States.

What do Abel and Ismael mean?

Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin). Ismael means "God will hear" (Hebrew origin).

Are Abel and Ismael boy or girl names?

Abel is primarily a boy name. Ismael is primarily a boy name.