Abel vs Josiah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abel

Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #53 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"the Lord heals"

Origin: Hebrew

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Abel Rank #220

Josiah Rank #53

Josiah is more popular, ranked #53 vs #220 for Abel.

Is Abel or Josiah more popular?

Josiah is more popular, ranked #53 compared to Abel at #220 in the United States.

What do Abel and Josiah mean?

Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin). Josiah means "the Lord heals" (Hebrew origin).

Are Abel and Josiah boy or girl names?

Abel is primarily a boy name. Josiah is primarily a boy name.