How Many People Are Named Abiel?
Complete statistics for the name Abiel: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Abiel means 'father of God' and is a very rare name for boys. Only 1,522 people named Abiel live in the US today, making up just 1 in 216,789 Americans. The name peaked in popularity in 2024 with 119 births, showing it's still on the rise.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, the life-path number 2 represents balance, harmony, and cooperation.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 17All 1,548 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2024Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Abiel Through the Generations
Abiel has seen a surge in popularity among younger generations, with 85% of its bearers under 30 years old. As of now, there are 1,522 people named Abiel living in the United States, with the majority being under 30. This trend suggests that Abiel is becoming increasingly popular among new parents, with 1,314 individuals falling into the under-30 category, compared to only 234 aged between 30 and 60, and none over 60.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Abiel's Hebrew roots
📄 About the Name Abiel
How Many People Have the Name Abiel?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,522 people in the United States currently share the name Abiel. That works out to roughly 1 in every 216,789 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Abiel a Common or Rare Name?
Abiel is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Abiel Mean?
Abiel means "father of God" and comes from Hebrew origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 2.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Abiel in SSA data, approximately 98% are male and 2% are female.
When Was Abiel Most Popular?
The name Abiel reached peak popularity in 2024, with 119 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Abiel?
Approximately 1,522 people named Abiel live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,548. That works out to roughly 1 in 216,789 Americans.
Is Abiel a rare name?
Abiel is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 216,789 Americans has this name.
What does the name Abiel mean?
Abiel means "father of God" and comes from Hebrew origins.
Is Abiel more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 98% of people named Abiel are male and 2% are female.
When was Abiel most popular?
Abiel peaked in 2024 with 119 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.