Remington 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

Popularity Comparison

Remington Rank #287
Abel Rank #220

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 vs #287 for Remington.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Remington or Abel more popular?

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 compared to Remington at #287 in the United States.

What do Remington and Abel mean?

Remington means "settlement of the raven's people; raven-town" (Old English origin). Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin).

Are Remington and Abel boy or girl names?

Remington is primarily a boy name. Abel is primarily a boy name.

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