NAME PROFILE
Abel
Abel is a Hebrew name meaning 'breath' or 'son.' It carries a sense of gentleness and creativity, evoking images of a kind and thoughtful individual who brings warmth and inspiration to those around them.
Key Stats
| Total births | 66,198 |
| Gender | Male (93% / 7%) |
| Peak year | 2015 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1911 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 24%CA — 22%NM — 22%AZ — 17%NY — 16%
Notable People
Abel Tasman (Explorer, first European to reach New Zealand) · Abel Ferrara (Film director, known for *Bad Lieutenant*) · Abel Reyes (Mexican artist, known for his unique style) · Abel Makkonen Tesfaye (The Weeknd, musician) · Abel Rios (Football player, known for his skills in defense)
Nicknames & Diminutives
Abe
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