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Abel: Meaning, Origin & Numerology

HebrewBoy♆ Number 11
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What does Abel mean?

Abel is a Hebrew boy's name meaning “breath, vapor”.

This Hebrew name has been cherished by parents seeking biblical significance and spiritual depth.

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Origin & History

Abel is rooted in biblical tradition, carrying centuries of spiritual and cultural significance. Hebrew names often reflect divine attributes or religious narratives, making them meaningful choices for families with Jewish heritage or those drawn to names with deep scriptural connections.

Numerology of Abel

Pythagorean Number

11

The Intuitive

Key Traits

Visionary, inspirational, enlightened

Ruling Planet

♆Neptune

Planetary Traits

Intuition, dreams, spiritual vision

Names with numerology number 11 pair well with Life Paths 2, 4, 8, 11. Check compatibility with your due date

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The letters of Abel

4 letters: 2 vowels, 2 consonants.

  1. A1
  2. B2
  3. E5
  4. L3

Vowels (shaded): A, E.

Expression

11

The Intuitive

all letters

1 + 2 + 5 + 3 = 11

Soul Urge

6

Love & family

vowels

1 + 5 = 6

Personality

5

Dynamic

consonants

2 + 3 = 5

Popularity of Abel

Current Rank

#231

Peak Year

2015

Total Births

64,483

Abel is a beautiful Hebrew name choice.

Abel in the 2025 Social Security ranking

#231

on the 2025 boys' list.

Source: US Social Security baby name data, 2025.

  1. #226Kairo
  2. #227Callahan
  3. #229Brayden
  4. #230Simon
  5. #231Abel

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Names that share Abel's numbers

Abel: Expression 11, Soul Urge 6, Personality 5.

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Names that begin like Abel: Abe-

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Abel mean?
Abel is a Hebrew name meaning "breath, vapor." It belongs to the Hebrew & Biblical family of names, carrying biblical significance and spiritual depth.
What is the numerology number for Abel?
In Pythagorean numerology, Abel has the number 11, known as The Intuitive. Key traits include: Visionary, inspirational, enlightened. This number is ruled by Neptune, the planet of intuition, dreams, spiritual vision.
Is Abel a popular baby name?
Abel is a unique choice that stands out from common names.
What origin is the name Abel?
Abel is a Hebrew name from the Hebrew & Biblical tradition. Abel is rooted in biblical tradition, carrying centuries of spiritual and cultural significance. Hebrew names often reflect divine attributes or religious narratives, making them meaningful choices for families with Jewish heritage or those drawn to names with deep scriptural connections.
Is Abel compatible with my baby's birth date?
Name compatibility depends on your baby's Life Path number, which is calculated from their birth date. Abel (Number 11) pairs well with Life Paths 2, 4, 8, 11. You can check the exact compatibility score for free at namestory.app/try by entering your due date and the name Abel.

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