Stream, river, or a leader of nomads
In Hebrew, Jabal is derived from a root meaning to flow or bring forth. In the Old Testament, he is described as the son of Lamech and Adah, credited as the ancestor of those who live in tents and raise livestock.
Less common today
Jabal isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,121 in 2025.
Biblical figure described as the father of those who dwell in tents
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
