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Mable 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

Mable Rank #2,473
Abel Rank #220

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 vs #2473 for Mable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mable or Abel more popular?

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 compared to Mable at #2473 in the United States.

What do Mable and Abel mean?

Mable means "lovable, worthy of love" (Latin origin). Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin).

Are Mable and Abel boy or girl names?

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

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