Gable vs Abel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gable

Boy #5,593 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"triangular wall end, architectural peak"

Origin: Old French/Germanic (gibil)

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Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Gable Rank #5,593

Abel Rank #220

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 vs #5593 for Gable.

Is Gable or Abel more popular?

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 compared to Gable at #5593 in the United States.

What do Gable and Abel mean?

Gable means "triangular wall end, architectural peak" (Old French/Germanic (gibil) origin). Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gable and Abel boy or girl names?

Gable is primarily a boy name. Abel is primarily a boy name.