Mabel
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
141,163 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1915 Peak Popularity Year
3,696 Peak Births

Mabel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Mabel is an Old French name that means 'lovable' or 'beloved'. It evolved from the Latin root 'amare' through the diminutive 'Amabel'. The name became popular in the 19th century and is associated with warmth and kindness. It has no direct biblical relevance.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mabel"

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Pronunciation

/ˈmeɪbəl/

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Origin

Old French

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Etymology

The name Mabel is derived from the Old French name 'Mabel', which is a diminutive form of 'Amabel', meaning 'lovable' or 'beloved'. The root 'amare' in Latin means 'to love'.

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Meaning

lovable, beloved

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Language Evolution

Amabel, Mabel

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Historical Usage

Mabel gained popularity in England during the 19th century, becoming a fashionable name among the upper classes.

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Variants & Derivatives

Amabel, Mabelle, Maybell, Mae

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Mabel is viewed as a vintage yet charming name, often associated with warmth and kindness. It has seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years.

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Famous People

Mabel Normand (actress and director), Mabel McKinley (singer), Mabel (singer-songwriter)

📊 Mabel Name Trend Analysis

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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Rising
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Mabel Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 3,696 peak births in 1915

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in West Virginia

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Mabel" - Complete Guide (2 Names)

Discover the ultimate list of homophone names and same pronunciation names that sound identical to "Mabel". These names share the same pronunciation but may have different spellings, offering alternative options for parents seeking similar-sounding names. Whether you're looking for American or British pronunciation variations, this comprehensive guide includes 2 carefully curated names that maintain the same phonetic sound.

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mabel"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Mabel"

"Mabel" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 1999th of 7545 255
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 3917th of 6773 60
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 62nd of 9107 71,163
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 227th of 9204 14,833
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 693rd of 12526 3,725
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 1428th of 19264 1,173
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 1785th of 27321 1,188
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 1694th of 35406 1,896
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 416th of 30306 9,180

Regional Popularity of "Mabel" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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Regional Popularity of "Mabel" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
5.16%
73rd/1416
7.25%
100th/1379
3.09%
73rd/2366
7.01%
80th/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
13.65%
211th/1546
12.66%
197th/1556
9.22%
217th/2353
15.00%
232nd/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
36.33%
809th/2227
23.13%
562nd/2430
22.08%
630th/2853
29.87%
829th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
59.72%
1754th/2937
28.19%
982nd/3483
47.90%
1685th/3518
29.10%
1177th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
100.00%
3685th/3685
28.18%
1261st/4475
40.85%
2122nd/5194
19.88%
1256th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
35.73%
1637th/4582
27.38%
1414th/5164
33.60%
2457th/7313
19.19%
1432nd/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
6.98%
278th/3984
10.05%
451st/4487
8.96%
611th/6822
5.85%
367th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Mabel"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Mabel" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Mabel" in the United States

The name Mabel is most popular in West Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Mabel has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Mabel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1999th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3917th out of 6773 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 62nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 227th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 693rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1428th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1785th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1694th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 416th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mabel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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