Abel
Meaning of Abel
The name Abel is a classic male name with deep historical and biblical roots. Originating from the Hebrew name Hevel, meaning "breath" or "vapor," Abel is famously associated with the biblical figure, the second son of Adam and Eve, who was known for his righteousness. Pronounced AY-buhl (/ˈeɪ.bəl/) in English, this name has seen a steady rise in popularity over the years in the United States. Notably, it ranked 137th in 2016 and climbed to 220th by 2023. A variation of this name includes Abell. With its strong historical significance and timeless appeal, Abel continues to be a favored choice for parents seeking a meaningful and enduring name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as AY-buhl (/ˈeɪ.bəl/)
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Notable People Named Abel
| Abel Azcona is a Spanish artist known for his provocative performance art and installations, exploring themes of personal identity, violence, and social criticism. |
| Abel Janszoon Tasman was a renowned Dutch seafarer and explorer, famous for his expeditions in the service of the Dutch East India Company. |
| Abel Jacob Herzberg was a Dutch Jewish lawyer, writer, and Zionist who survived internment in Bergen-Belsen concentration camp during World War II. |
| Abel Gance was a pioneering French film director, producer, writer, and actor known for his influential work in montage theory and his major silent films J'accuse (1919), La Roue (1923), and Napoléon (1927). |
| Abel Hernández - Abel Mathías Hernández Platero is a Uruguayan professional footballer known for his role as a forward at Primera División club Peñarol. |
| Abel Ramírez Águilar was a renowned Mexican sculptor known for his traditional and ice and snow sculptures, winning numerous prizes for his work in various countries. |
| Abel Pintos is an Argentine singer-songwriter who began his solo career at a young age and transitioned from folk music to writing his own songs. |
| Abel Wolman was an influential American engineer and educator known for his pioneering work in modern sanitary engineering, particularly for his research on chlorination of municipal water supplies. |
| Abel Ruiz Ortega is a Spanish professional footballer known for playing as a forward for Braga and the Spain national team. |
| Abel Boyer was a French-English lexicographer, journalist, and writer. |
| Brigadier General Abel Davis was a highly esteemed officer in the Illinois National Guard and one of the highest ranking Jewish officers in the United States Army during World War I. |
| Abel Goumba - Abel Nguéndé Goumba was a Central African politician who served as Prime Minister and Vice President of the Central African Republic, and was an unsuccessful candidate for President four times. |
| Abel Delos Streight was a Union Army colonel in the American Civil War, known for leading a notable cavalry raid and later serving as a state senator in Indiana. |
| Abel Greenidge - Abel Hendy Jones Greenidge was a renowned writer specializing in ancient history and law. |
| Abel Roper (1665–1726) was an English journalist known for writing in the Tory interest. |
