Abel vs Kevin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abel

Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Abel Rank #220

Kevin Rank #196

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 vs #220 for Abel.

Is Abel or Kevin more popular?

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 compared to Abel at #220 in the United States.

What do Abel and Kevin mean?

Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin). Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Abel and Kevin boy or girl names?

Abel is primarily a boy name. Kevin is primarily a boy name.