Sable Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSAY-buhl / /ˈseɪ.bəl/English; French
Meaning
English: black; French: sable (the color black)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Sable is derived from the English word for a black fur, often associated with the sable marten. In heraldry, 'sable' denotes the color black, symbolizing constancy and grief. The name has gained popularity in modern times, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is sometimes used metaphorically to describe elegance and sophistication.
Trend Summary
The name Sable has seen limited use in the United States, maintaining a low but steady presence.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sable was first seen in the United States in 1923. Sable has ranked as high as #985 nationally, which occurred in 1986, and has been most popular in Texas, California, New York, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Sable has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sable (2004)
State | Births | Share |
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OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1923 | 5 |
1927 | 6 |
1936 | 6 |
1938 | 6 |
1941 | 6 |
1949 | 5 |
1950 | 5 |
1956 | 7 |
1984 | 7 |
1985 | 12 |
1986 | 181 |
1987 | 116 |
1988 | 88 |
1989 | 156 |
1990 | 67 |
1991 | 74 |
1992 | 53 |
1993 | 39 |
1994 | 38 |
1995 | 35 |
1996 | 29 |
1997 | 35 |
1998 | 65 |
1999 | 68 |
2000 | 43 |
2001 | 26 |
2002 | 34 |
2003 | 17 |
2004 | 21 |
2005 | 18 |
2006 | 14 |
2007 | 18 |
2008 | 14 |
2009 | 16 |
2010 | 11 |
2011 | 5 |
2012 | 19 |
2013 | 16 |
2014 | 15 |
2015 | 16 |
2016 | 21 |
2017 | 21 |
2018 | 22 |
2019 | 28 |
2020 | 23 |
2021 | 30 |
2022 | 28 |
2023 | 25 |
2024 | 27 |