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Abel vs Mable

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abel

Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Hebrew Spanish French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#220
Total SSA Count
1,627
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Abel Rank #220
Mable Rank #2,473

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 vs #2473 for Mable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abel or Mable more popular?

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 compared to Mable at #2473 in the United States.

What do Abel and Mable mean?

Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin). Mable means "lovable, worthy of love" (Latin origin).

Are Abel and Mable boy or girl names?

Abel is primarily a boy name. Mable is primarily a girl name.

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