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Andrew vs Abel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Andrew Rank #68
Abel Rank #220

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 vs #220 for Abel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Andrew or Abel more popular?

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 compared to Abel at #220 in the United States.

What do Andrew and Abel mean?

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

Are Andrew and Abel boy or girl names?

Andrew is primarily a boy name. Abel is primarily a boy name.

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