Bradley vs Abel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bradley

Boy #365 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broad clearing in the woods"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Bradley Rank #365

Abel Rank #220

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 vs #365 for Bradley.

Is Bradley or Abel more popular?

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 compared to Bradley at #365 in the United States.

What do Bradley and Abel mean?

Bradley means "broad clearing in the woods" (Old English origin). Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin).

Are Bradley and Abel boy or girl names?

Bradley is primarily a boy name. Abel is primarily a boy name.