Emmett vs Abel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abel

Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Hebrew Spanish French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#220
Total SSA Count
1,627
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Emmett Rank #119
Abel Rank #220

Emmett is more popular, ranked #119 vs #220 for Abel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emmett or Abel more popular?

Emmett is more popular, ranked #119 compared to Abel at #220 in the United States.

What do Emmett and Abel mean?

Emmett means "strong, mighty" (Old English origin). Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emmett and Abel boy or girl names?

Emmett is primarily a boy name. Abel is primarily a boy name.

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