Augustus vs Abel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Augustus

Boy #409 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"favored by the gods"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Augustus Rank #409

Abel Rank #220

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 vs #409 for Augustus.

Is Augustus or Abel more popular?

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 compared to Augustus at #409 in the United States.

What do Augustus and Abel mean?

Augustus means "favored by the gods" (Latin origin). Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin).

Are Augustus and Abel boy or girl names?

Augustus is primarily a boy name. Abel is primarily a boy name.