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Andre vs Abel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Andre

Boy #351 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"manly, brave"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

French Portuguese Brazilian African American West African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#351
Total SSA Count
961
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Andre Rank #351
Abel Rank #220

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 vs #351 for Andre.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Andre or Abel more popular?

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 compared to Andre at #351 in the United States.

What do Andre and Abel mean?

Andre means "manly, brave" (Greek origin). Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin).

Are Andre and Abel boy or girl names?

Andre is primarily a boy name. Abel is primarily a boy name.

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