Mabelle Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mabelle is a French diminutive of Isabelle, itself rooted in Hebrew, meaning 'lovable.' The name has evolved through various forms and gained popularity in the late 19th century. It is associated with charm and elegance, and it does not have a direct biblical reference.
The name Mabelle is most popular in Kansas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Mabelle has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Mabelle' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 931st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3086th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 10394th out of 12526 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 23525th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 19592nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9963rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mabelle' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mabelle"
Pronunciation
/məˈbɛl/
Origin
French
Etymology
Mabelle is a diminutive form of the name Isabelle, which is derived from the Hebrew name Elisheba, meaning 'God is my oath.'
Meaning
lovable
Language Evolution
Isabelle, Elisabeth, Elisheba
Historical Usage
Mabelle gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries as a charming and feminine name.
Variants & Derivatives
Mabel, Maybelle, Belle
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Mabelle is viewed as a vintage and elegant name, often associated with kindness and charm.
Famous People
Mabelle D. H. Turner, an American artist and writer., Mabelle G. A. Wilson, a notable educator.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mabelle"
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 "Mabelle"
"Mabelle" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 931st of 9107 | 1,064 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3086th of 9204 | 158 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 10394th of 12526 | 12 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 23525th of 27321 | 10 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 19592nd of 35406 | 42 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9963rd of 30306 | 119 |
Regional Popularity of "Mabelle" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Mabelle" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
73.38% 1039th/1416 |
68.60% 946th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Mabelle"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mabelle" 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.