Royce vs Abel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Royce

Boy #463 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"son of the king"

Origin: Old French via English

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Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Royce Rank #463

Abel Rank #220

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 vs #463 for Royce.

Is Royce or Abel more popular?

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 compared to Royce at #463 in the United States.

What do Royce and Abel mean?

Royce means "son of the king" (Old French via English origin). Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin).

Are Royce and Abel boy or girl names?

Royce is primarily a boy name. Abel is primarily a boy name.