ABLE
The meaning of the boy name Able is EXHALATION OF BREATH. THE SECOND SON OF ADAM IN THE BIBLE. THE VARIANT ABLE IS USED AS AN ENGLISH SURNAME..
Details on ABLE:
- Gender:
- Boy
- Meaning(s):
- Exhalation of breath. the second son of adam in the bible. the variant able is used as an english surname
- Popularity for Boy:
- 11,685th in the USA (top 40%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
18 births
ABLE as a BOY in 2024
The meaning(s) of ABLE:
The name Able is a Hebrew baby name. In Hebrew the meaning of the name Able is: Exhalation of breath. The second son of Adam in the bible. The variant Able is used as an English surname.
USA birth(s) for ABLE by year:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name ABLE
ABLE as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 18 births |
| 2023 | 14 births |
| 2022 | 33 births |
| 2021 | 31 births |
| 2020 | 30 births |
| 2019 | 22 births |
| 2018 | 35 births |
| 2017 | 34 births |
| 2016 | 39 births |
| 2015 | 40 births |
| 2014 | 45 births |
| 2013 | 40 births |
| 2012 | 33 births |
| 2011 | 33 births |
| 2010 | 22 births |
| 2009 | 24 births |
| 2008 | 19 births |
| 2007 | 26 births |
| 2006 | 14 births |
| 2005 | 14 births |
| 2004 | 14 births |
| 2003 | 12 births |
| 2002 | 9 births |
| 2001 | 11 births |
| 2000 | 16 births |
| 1999 | 15 births |
| 1998 | 12 births |
| 1997 | 17 births |
| 1996 | 8 births |
| 1995 | 10 births |
| 1994 | 10 births |
| 1992 | 8 births |
About the name ABLE
**Able**: A name that resonates with strength and capability, "Able" finds its roots in the Old French word *abel*, derived from the Latin *habilis*, meaning "easy to do," or “handy.” This name carries an inherent promise of competence and potential, evoking images of someone who can navigate the world with grace and skill. Symbolically, it embodies the idea of resilience and empowerment, a gentle reminder that one can rise to challenges and emerge victorious. While more common in English-speaking countries, such as the United States and the United Kingdom, "Able" also has a presence in various cultures, where it is embraced for its positive connotations. In Jewish tradition, the name echoes the biblical Abel, representing innocence and purity, further enriching its significance. Across geographies, from the bustling streets of London to the serene landscapes of rural America, "Able" resonates with parents who seek a name that embodies both strength and warmth, making it a compelling choice for a child destined to embrace life's myriad possibilities.
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