Bowen vs Abel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bowen

Boy #322 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Owen"

Origin: Welsh

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Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Bowen Rank #322

Abel Rank #220

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 vs #322 for Bowen.

Is Bowen or Abel more popular?

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 compared to Bowen at #322 in the United States.

What do Bowen and Abel mean?

Bowen means "son of Owen" (Welsh origin). Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin).

Are Bowen and Abel boy or girl names?

Bowen is primarily a boy name. Abel is primarily a boy name.