Mabel Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAY-buhl / /ˈmeɪ.bəl/English; Latin
Meaning
Latin: lovable; English: strong
Historical & Cultural Background
Mabel is derived from the Latin name Amabilis, meaning 'lovable.' It became popular in England during the Middle Ages. The name has been used in literature and has a vintage charm that appeals to many parents today.
Trend Summary
Mabel has seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mabe
- Mab
International Variants
- Mabel (Spanish)
- Mabel (Portuguese)
Famous people named Mabel
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Fictional characters named Mabel
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mabel was first seen in the United States in 1883. Mabel has ranked as high as #835 nationally, which occurred in 1917, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Mabel has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mabel
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1883 | 6 |
| 1885 | 7 |
| 1886 | 6 |
| 1887 | 5 |
| 1889 | 7 |
| 1890 | 8 |
| 1891 | 8 |
| 1893 | 10 |
| 1894 | 6 |
| 1897 | 10 |
| 1898 | 7 |
| 1899 | 6 |
| 1900 | 8 |
| 1901 | 12 |
| 1902 | 12 |
| 1903 | 8 |
| 1904 | 12 |
| 1905 | 7 |
| 1906 | 10 |
| 1907 | 11 |
| 1908 | 12 |
| 1909 | 11 |
| 1910 | 10 |
| 1911 | 10 |
| 1912 | 15 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 12 |
| 1915 | 13 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1917 | 17 |
| 1918 | 9 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1929 | 9 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 7 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1940 | 5 |