Maddox vs Abel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maddox

Boy #215 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Madoc"

Origin: Welsh

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Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Maddox Rank #215

Abel Rank #220

Maddox is more popular, ranked #215 vs #220 for Abel.

Is Maddox or Abel more popular?

Maddox is more popular, ranked #215 compared to Abel at #220 in the United States.

What do Maddox and Abel mean?

Maddox means "son of Madoc" (Welsh origin). Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin).

Are Maddox and Abel boy or girl names?

Maddox is primarily a boy name. Abel is primarily a boy name.