Simon vs Abel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Simon

Boy #251 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"he has heard, God has heard"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

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Simon Rank #251

Abel Rank #220

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 vs #251 for Simon.

Is Simon or Abel more popular?

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Simon and Abel mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin).

Are Simon and Abel boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Abel is primarily a boy name.