Amabel

At a Glance: Name: Amabel – Meaning: lovable – Origin: Latin (via medieval English) – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: AM-ah-bel

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Amabel has Latin roots that came into English use during the medieval period. It's sometimes said to mean 'beautiful,' but that's not quite right — it actually means 'lovable,' from the Latin 'amabilis.' Pronounced AM-ah-bel, it's given to children of any gender.

Meaning & Origin of Amabel

Meaning: Lovable.

Origin: Latin (via medieval English).

A common claim: Sometimes said to mean 'beautiful.' Actually: It doesn't mean 'beautiful' — it comes from Latin 'amabilis,' 'lovable,' a related but distinct idea.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Amabel

Phonetic: AM-ah-bel   IPA: /ˈæməbɛl/

Popularity of Amabel

In Social Security data, Amabel's best year was 1977, when it ranked #6908 with 8 babies given the name. By 2024, it had fallen to #15375, with just 5.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1975–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Amabel mean?

Lovable. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Amabel)

How do you pronounce Amabel?

Amabel is pronounced AM-ah-bel (IPA: /ˈæməbɛl/).

Is Amabel a popular name right now?

Amabel peaked at #6908 in 1977 and is ranked #15375 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1975–2024.)

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