Abel vs Matthew

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abel

Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #33 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"gift of God"

Origin: Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh

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Abel Rank #220

Matthew Rank #33

Matthew is more popular, ranked #33 vs #220 for Abel.

Is Abel or Matthew more popular?

Matthew is more popular, ranked #33 compared to Abel at #220 in the United States.

What do Abel and Matthew mean?

Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin). Matthew means "gift of God" (Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh origin).

Are Abel and Matthew boy or girl names?

Abel is primarily a boy name. Matthew is primarily a boy name.