Forrest vs Abel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Forrest

Boy #408 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dweller near the woods"

Origin: Old French

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Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Forrest Rank #408

Abel Rank #220

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 vs #408 for Forrest.

Is Forrest or Abel more popular?

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 compared to Forrest at #408 in the United States.

What do Forrest and Abel mean?

Forrest means "dweller near the woods" (Old French origin). Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin).

Are Forrest and Abel boy or girl names?

Forrest is primarily a boy name. Abel is primarily a boy name.