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Able: Meaning & Origin

Able is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning “Breath, vapor (variant of Abel)”. It's a distinctive name with moderate popularity. With 1 syllable, it's short and easy to say.

Pronunciation

AY-bul

Phonetic spelling

Popularity

68/100 Score

This name ranks in the top 32% of popular names.

Popularity Trend

Popularity Trend

22%
40
2010
31
Current
#36
Rank

* Popularity data based on national birth records and trends

Middle Name Ideas

  • Able James
  • Able Alexander
  • Able William
  • Able Thomas

Variants & Alternate Spellings of Able