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Hazel 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

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hazel Rank #19
Abel Rank #220

Hazel is more popular, ranked #19 vs #220 for Abel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hazel or Abel more popular?

Hazel is more popular, ranked #19 compared to Abel at #220 in the United States.

What do Hazel and Abel mean?

Hazel means "hazel tree" (Old English origin). Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hazel and Abel boy or girl names?

Hazel is primarily a girl name. Abel is primarily a boy name.

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