Marybelle Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marybelle is a modern name that combines the traditional name Mary, which has Hebrew roots, meaning 'sea of bitterness,' with the French word 'belle,' meaning 'beautiful.' This combination gives it a modern appeal while retaining historical significance. The name reflects traits of elegance and charm, although it has no direct biblical relevance. It emerged in popularity in the 20th century.
The name Marybelle is most popular in Indiana, 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 maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Marybelle 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, 'Marybelle' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1018th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1558th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5889th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7197th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 17789th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18570th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9579th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Marybelle' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marybelle"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɛrɪbɛl/
Origin
Latin and French
Etymology
Marybelle is a combination of the name Mary, derived from the Hebrew name Miriam, which means 'sea of bitterness' or 'wished-for child,' and the French word 'belle,' meaning 'beautiful.'
Meaning
beautiful Mary
Language Evolution
Miriam (Hebrew), Maria (Latin), Marie (French), Mary (English), Marybelle (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Marybelle gained popularity in the 20th century as a feminine name combining traditional elements with a modern twist.
Variants & Derivatives
Mary, Marie, Mabel, Belle
Modern Popularity & Image
Marybelle is perceived as a charming and elegant name, often associated with grace and beauty.
Famous People
Marybelle M. Smith (American author), Marybelle W. Smith (American educator)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marybelle"
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 "Marybelle"
"Marybelle" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1018th of 9107 | 916 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1558th of 9204 | 467 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5889th of 12526 | 79 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7197th of 19264 | 93 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 17789th of 27321 | 25 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 18570th of 35406 | 48 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9579th of 30306 | 127 |
Regional Popularity of "Marybelle" 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 "Marybelle" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
48.02% 680th/1416 |
58.30% 804th/1379 |
- |
81.79% 934th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
72.38% 1119th/1546 |
69.73% 1085th/1556 |
- | - |
| 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) |
- | - | - |
94.39% 5924th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Marybelle"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marybelle" 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.