Aapeli
Meaning: Breath, vapor
Origin: Finnish form of Abel, from Hebrew
Gender: Boy
Rank in Finland: #452
Total: 561
History: Aapeli peaked in Finland in the 1930s-40s as the Finnish form of Abel. The biblical first murder victim's name carries profound weight. Aapeli represents the deep Finnish engagement with biblical narrative — choosing even the most tragic names for their spiritual significance.
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Every number here comes directly from Finland’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2020) | #203 |
| Babies named Aapeli in 2020 | 276 |
| Total recorded in Finland | 2,043 |
| Peak year | 2010 (686 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #148 |
| Years in records | 1920–2020 (9 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Aapeli
What does the name Aapeli mean?
Aapeli means “Breath, vapor” from Finnish form of Abel, from Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Aapeli?
Aapeli has Finnish form of Abel, from Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “Breath, vapor”.
How popular is Aapeli in Finland?
Aapeli ranked #203 in Finland in 2020 — given to 276 babies that year.
When was Aapeli most popular?
Aapeli peaked in 2010 with 686 babies registered that year in Finland.
Is Aapeli a boy or girl name?
Aapeli is predominantly a boys' name in Finland — over 90% of Aapelis in registered births are male.
How long has Aapeli been recorded in Finland?
Aapeli appears in birth records in Finland across 9 years — from 1920 through 2020.