Diego vs Abel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Diego

Boy #145 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"supplanter"

Origin: Hebrew via Spanish

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Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Diego Rank #145

Abel Rank #220

Diego is more popular, ranked #145 vs #220 for Abel.

Is Diego or Abel more popular?

Diego is more popular, ranked #145 compared to Abel at #220 in the United States.

What do Diego and Abel mean?

Diego means "supplanter" (Hebrew via Spanish origin). Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin).

Are Diego and Abel boy or girl names?

Diego is primarily a boy name. Abel is primarily a boy name.