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Raymond 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

Raymond Rank #380
Abel Rank #220

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 vs #380 for Raymond.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raymond or Abel more popular?

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 compared to Raymond at #380 in the United States.

What do Raymond and Abel mean?

Raymond means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin).

Are Raymond and Abel boy or girl names?

Raymond is primarily a boy name. Abel is primarily a boy name.

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