Brody vs Abel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brody

Boy #224 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"muddy place, ditch"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Brody Rank #224

Abel Rank #220

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 vs #224 for Brody.

Is Brody or Abel more popular?

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 compared to Brody at #224 in the United States.

What do Brody and Abel mean?

Brody means "muddy place, ditch" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin).

Are Brody and Abel boy or girl names?

Brody is primarily a boy name. Abel is primarily a boy name.