US Popularity Rank: 13681

Origin: Hebrew

Meaning: breath or vapor

Able is a masculine name sure to signal baby as one endowed with great skill and proficiency. And while there is no doubt that your little is blessed with brilliance, Able's meaning goes far deeper than competence. The name is a variant of the biblical name Abel, derived from the Hebrew hevel, which means "vapor" or "breath." As one capable of great mastery, doubtless Able will be a breath of fresh air to many.