Abel vs Sullivan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abel

Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #340 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"descendant of the dark one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Abel Rank #220

Sullivan Rank #340

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 vs #340 for Sullivan.

Is Abel or Sullivan more popular?

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 compared to Sullivan at #340 in the United States.

What do Abel and Sullivan mean?

Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin). Sullivan means "descendant of the dark one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Abel and Sullivan boy or girl names?

Abel is primarily a boy name. Sullivan is primarily a boy name.