Boys name · New York
Abel in New York
Abel was the 448th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 38 babies named Abel that year. Since 1924, New York families have named 2,080 babies Abel.
Popularity over time
Abel in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1924 | 6 | 559th |
| 1962 | 15 | 552nd |
| 1972 | 17 | 505th |
| 1983 | 12 | 653rd |
| 1993 | 28 | 488th |
| 2004 | 28 | 496th |
| 2014 | 71 | 277th |
| 2025 | 38 | 448th |
Its rank among boys names in New York climbed from 559th in 1924 to 448th in 2025.
The most babies named Abel in New York in a single year was 100, in 2016. Its best showing was 206th among boys names in 2016.
Across the country, Abel reached its best rank of 27th in Maine (2015). See Abel in every state →
How popular is Abel in New York?
Abel was the 448th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 38 babies named Abel that year. Since 1924, New York families have named 2,080 babies Abel.
How many babies are named Abel in New York?
In 2025, 38 babies were named Abel in New York. The most babies named Abel in New York in a single year was 100, in 2016.
What is the rank of Abel in New York?
Abel ranked 448th among boys names in New York in 2025. Its best showing was 206th among boys names in 2016.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.
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