Mable Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mable is an English name derived from the Latin 'mābella', meaning lovable or lovely. Its language path includes Latin and Old French before reaching modern English. The name is associated with traits of charm and sweetness, with no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the late 19th century and is currently perceived as a vintage name, with variants like Mabel and Maybelle.
The name Mable is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Mable has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, 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 South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Mable' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3122nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3209th out of 6773 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 149th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 247th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 568th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2068th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5704th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7498th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3771st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mable' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mable"
Pronunciation
/ˈmeɪbəl/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Mable is derived from the Latin word 'mābella', which means 'lovable' or 'lovely'. It became popular in English-speaking countries in the 19th century.
Meaning
lovable, lovely
Language Evolution
Mābella (Latin), Mabel (Old French), Mable (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Mable gained popularity in the late 19th century as a feminine given name, often associated with charm and sweetness.
Variants & Derivatives
Mabel, Maybelle, Mab
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Mable is viewed as a vintage name, often associated with kindness and gentleness, experiencing a resurgence among parents seeking classic names.
Famous People
Mable Lee (American dancer and singer), Mable Normand (American film actress and director)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mable"
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 "Mable"
"Mable" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3122nd of 7545 | 113 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3209th of 6773 | 102 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 149th of 9107 | 28,159 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 247th of 9204 | 13,095 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 568th of 12526 | 5,075 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2068th of 19264 | 660 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5704th of 27321 | 229 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7498th of 35406 | 240 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3771st of 30306 | 486 |
Regional Popularity of "Mable" 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 "Mable" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
12.08% 171st/1416 |
21.39% 295th/1379 |
4.06% 96th/2366 |
18.91% 216th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
20.76% 321st/1546 |
29.63% 461st/1556 |
7.01% 165th/2353 |
29.80% 461st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
37.05% 825th/2227 |
48.19% 1171st/2430 |
13.07% 373rd/2853 |
44.43% 1233rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
80.73% 2371st/2937 |
85.33% 2972nd/3483 |
50.94% 1792nd/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
94.43% 7047th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
88.13% 3511th/3984 |
- |
76.47% 5217th/6822 |
66.14% 4151st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Mable"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mable" 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.