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Maybel 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

Maybel Rank #5,553
Abel Rank #220

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 vs #5553 for Maybel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maybel or Abel more popular?

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 compared to Maybel at #5553 in the United States.

What do Maybel and Abel mean?

Maybel means "lovable, dear" (Latin origin). Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin).

Are Maybel and Abel boy or girl names?

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

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