Bel is a term that can refer to various subjects, including a deity in ancient cultures, a type of bell, or even a name. In mythology, Bel is often associated with the Babylonian god Marduk, who was revered as a creator and protector. The name is also used in different languages and cultures, symbolizing beauty or strength. In a different context, "bel" is a unit of measurement for sound intensity, named after the inventor Alexander Graham Bell. It quantifies the ratio of a particular sound's power to a reference level, helping to describe how loud a sound is perceived.