Maybelle Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Maybelle is an English name that combines 'May', representing spring, with 'belle', meaning beautiful. It evolved from individual components into a distinctive name in the late 19th century. It evokes traits of charm and nostalgia, and it has no biblical significance. Notable individuals like Maybelle Carter have contributed to its recognition.
The name Maybelle is most popular in South Carolina, 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, Maybelle 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, 'Maybelle' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 495th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 966th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3080th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11010th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 17545th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12172nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4107th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Maybelle' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Maybelle"
Pronunciation
/ˈmeɪˌbɛl/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Maybelle is derived from the combination of the month name 'May' and the French word 'belle', meaning 'beautiful'. It reflects the beauty and freshness associated with spring.
Meaning
beautiful May
Language Evolution
May, Belle
Historical Usage
Maybelle gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in the United States, as a feminine name that evokes the pleasantness of springtime.
Variants & Derivatives
May, Belle, Mabel
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Maybelle is viewed as a vintage name, often associated with charm and a sense of nostalgia. It is less common today but has a warm, affectionate connotation.
Famous People
Maybelle Carter, Maybelle H. Smith
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Maybelle"
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 "Maybelle"
"Maybelle" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 495th of 9107 | 3,397 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 966th of 9204 | 1,043 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3080th of 12526 | 275 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11010th of 19264 | 36 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 17545th of 27321 | 26 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 12172nd of 35406 | 115 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4107th of 30306 | 428 |
Regional Popularity of "Maybelle" 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 "Maybelle" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
33.90% 480th/1416 |
38.80% 535th/1379 |
25.36% 600th/2366 |
43.87% 501st/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
69.40% 1073rd/1546 |
63.43% 987th/1556 |
54.27% 1277th/2353 |
70.27% 1087th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
93.45% 2666th/2853 |
- |
| 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% 3984th/3984 |
- |
92.70% 6324th/6822 |
63.62% 3993rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Maybelle"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Maybelle" 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.