Abel vs Sterling

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abel

Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #373 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little star"

Origin: Old English

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Abel Rank #220

Sterling Rank #373

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 vs #373 for Sterling.

Is Abel or Sterling more popular?

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 compared to Sterling at #373 in the United States.

What do Abel and Sterling mean?

Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin). Sterling means "little star" (Old English origin).

Are Abel and Sterling boy or girl names?

Abel is primarily a boy name. Sterling is primarily a boy name.