Abel vs Maybel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abel

Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Girl #5,553 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lovable, dear"

Origin: Latin

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Abel Rank #220

Maybel Rank #5,553

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 vs #5553 for Maybel.

Is Abel or Maybel more popular?

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 compared to Maybel at #5553 in the United States.

What do Abel and Maybel mean?

Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin). Maybel means "lovable, dear" (Latin origin).

Are Abel and Maybel boy or girl names?

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