Abel vs Kenneth

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abel

Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #284 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"handsome; fair one"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic (Coinneach)

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Abel Rank #220

Kenneth Rank #284

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 vs #284 for Kenneth.

Is Abel or Kenneth more popular?

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 compared to Kenneth at #284 in the United States.

What do Abel and Kenneth mean?

Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin). Kenneth means "handsome; fair one" (Scottish Gaelic (Coinneach) origin).

Are Abel and Kenneth boy or girl names?

Abel is primarily a boy name. Kenneth is primarily a boy name.