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Abel

Boy · Hebrew · Short name

Meaning
Breath, vapor
Pronunciation
AY-bul
Origin
Hebrew

From Hebrew 'hevel' meaning breath or vapor.

Popularity
Uncommon in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

BiblicalVintageSoft and gentle

Languages in use: Hebrew, English

Commonly used in: United States, Israel, United Kingdom

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, Hebrew Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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