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Gabe vs Abe

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gabe

Boy #4,653 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is my strength"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,653
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Abe

Boy #2,424 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"exalted father"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American Jewish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,424
Total SSA Count
57
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gabe Rank #4,653
Abe Rank #2,424

Abe is more popular, ranked #2424 vs #4653 for Gabe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gabe or Abe more popular?

Abe is more popular, ranked #2424 compared to Gabe at #4653 in the United States.

What do Gabe and Abe mean?

Gabe means "God is my strength" (Hebrew origin). Abe means "exalted father" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gabe and Abe boy or girl names?

Gabe is primarily a boy name. Abe is primarily a boy name.

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