Abel Name Origin
/AY-bel/-
Mexican (Hispanic) 40% -
Spanish (Hispanic/European) 35%
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Israeli (Jewish/Ancient) 25%
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Name Details
- First Name: Abel
- Last Name: N/A
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
Name Origin
The name Abel is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'breath' or 'vapor'. It appears in the Bible as the second son of Adam and Eve, making it a common name in Jewish, Christian, and Muslim traditions. The name is also popular in Spanish-speaking countries, often used as a given name.
Name Trends
This chart shows how many babies were given the name Abel each year, based on data from the U.S. Government's Social Security Administration (SSA).